Head of People

What does Finalis do

Finalis is the leading platform enabling the securities brokerage landscape to operate legally and compliantly. The firm delivers a white-labeled regulatory affiliation and compliance back-office solution that supports a wide range of private market dealmaking including M&A capital raising private placements direct participation programs fintech marketplaces and alternative investment sponsors.

Finalis provides additional leverage to securities brokers with the Finalis Platform which delivers a hassle-free deal management solution and a Marketplace that connects brokers with one another to gain insights and explore collaborations.

Launched in 2020 and growing rapidly the SF- and NYC-based firm is on a mission to power dealmakers by building the worlds largest dealmaking platform.

Join us in disrupting the securities industry for good.

How does Finalis work

• We are a fully-remote company with Finalists distributed between the time zones of Eastern Standard Time and Eastern European Time.

• If youre located outside this time zone range depending on the needs of your team you may be requested to be available during specific hours.

• Although we dont have an official physical place to work we promote gathering with your team or other colleagues whenever possible.

What about your team

As Head of People you will be instrumental in shaping the People Strategy at Finalis. You are expected to manage a wide range of tasks oriented around a singular mission of enabling the company to achieve the following key milestones:

• Build and lead a world-class recruiting organization enabling us to attract top-tier talent globally.

• Develop and scale a world-class People/HR organization.

• Foster high engagement performance and retention across the company.

You will report directly to the CEO you will collaborate closely with leadership collaborators and external partners to implement innovative people strategies. Your ability to manage diverse responsibilities with agility creativity and precision will be key to your success.

What will you be doing

Engagement & Retention

• Design and execute initiatives that nurture a high-performance culture and drive growth.

• Develop retention strategies to ensure top talent remains engaged and invested in Finalis success.

Learning and Development

• Create and manage professional development programs to enhance employee skills and career progression.

• Implement training initiatives that align with company goals and individual aspirations.

People Operations

• Oversee core people operations including performance management cycles compensation and benefits planning and compliance.

• Partner with external advisors to ensure legal and regulatory compliance in a globally distributed workforce.

• Optimize HR systems and processes to support scalability and efficiency.

Cultural Leadership

• Champion our culture by embedding our core values into every aspect of the Finalists experience.

• Drive initiatives that enhance morale while aligning with business objectives.

Strategic Partner

• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team on all matters related to people and culture.

• Provide guidance on organizational design change management and leadership development.

Who are we looking for

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.

• 5 years of experience in similar roles ideally leading global or remote teams.

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs Sheets Slides etc.).

• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage shifting priorities and deadlines effectively.

• Self-starter with a high sense of urgency adaptability and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• A team player with patience persistence and a collaborative spirit

Bonus Track!

• A track record of implementing people strategies in high-growth startups or fast-paced environments.

What do we offer

• 100% Remote work (Work from wherever you want!)

• Competitive USD salary

• Generous Paid time-off (Vacation Time!)

• Additional 17 Flex Days (to use in national holidays or personal matters)

• People Team Partner (to target your roadblocks and customize an action plan for your career path)

• Buddy Program

• Virtual After-Office Activities

• Diverse Culture & Inclusive environment

Why work with Finalis

We are a fast-paced startup which will enable you to develop skills quickly and work in an entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits and taking risks is everyday business. As we have Finalists from different countries and cultures we encourage our team members to develop their soft skills boosting their ability to adapt themselves to different backgrounds.

Finalis core values:

• Deliver with Integrity

• Dream Boldly

• Empower through Leadership

• Value Learning

Finalis provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability genetics sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds experiences perspectives and abilities.

Required Experience:

Director