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EXTEND OVERVIEW

Extend is a rapidly growing fintech startup in the B2B payments space with a focus on serving banks and their customers. We have built the first virtual card platform of its kind, directly integrated with processors, networks, and the technology that supports banking across the industry. We offer several virtual card products including an app-as-a-service that banks can offer business customers with their existing credit cards, a suite of virtual card APIs for those looking to build custom payment solutions, and we also offer secure connectivity to key banking and payment services that enable 3rd-parties to integrate and embed payments into their software.

Founded in 2017 by 3 industry experts with experience at Fortune 500 companies, including American Express and Capital One, Extend is headquartered in Manhattan and has recently raised $40m in venture capital from top fintech investors. Extend was recently voted one of America's best startup employers by Forbes and best payments service platform by Tearsheet.

With strong monthly growth and 90+ mission-driven employees, now is prime time to join our team!

For more information visit paywithextend.com

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Vice President of HR/People who will serve on the leadership team, reporting to the COO, and will champion organizational development across Extend. This is a unique opportunity as you will play a pivotal role in defining and implementing our People strategy to help set HR best practices and policies, aligning with Extend’s vision and values. We’re at an exciting inflection point where we’ve built the foundation of the people function and are now focused on driving improvement to enhance the overall employee experience. The VP of HR will provide thought leadership in all areas of HR, including employee relations, talent management, organizational effectiveness, performance management and total rewards.

This role is based in our NYC office at least 3 days per week for the purpose of in-person relationship building and coaching team members who work in the office.

HR Business Partnership/People Strategy:

• Lead HR policies and programs across multiple areas such as performance management, compensation, culture, engagement, learning & development, and DEIB.
• Build and execute HR strategy to create a high-performance culture that promotes accountability, productivity, operational excellence and execution, while ensuring people practices align with business objectives.
• Partner with department heads as they develop and execute both long- and short-term business plans, providing input beyond the HR strategy.
• Lead the annual benefits renewal process in partnership with our PEO and create strategies to maintain or improve our existing packages and offerings.
• Partner with Finance on payroll processes, particularly managing leave of absence policies, procedures, and communications.
• Act as a strategic business partner to the executive/senior management team, providing advice and guidance on key organizational and management issues.

Employee Relations:

• Provide counsel on employee relations, talent management, and organizational design & effectiveness.
• Lead our annual performance management process and compensation and bonus planning cycles, ensuring consistency, fairness, and equity.
• Lead performance management discussions and corrective action procedures.
• Proactively identify people issues and trends, and implement solutions in collaboration with key stakeholders.

Culture:

• Support the culture committee to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, retention, and productivity.
• Develop innovative people programs with a focus on DEIB.
• Drive internal communications and change management tactics to implement HR initiatives.

THE CANDIDATE

• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing People strategies that engage, promote, and support an inclusive and equitable workplace;
• In-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to the day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance;
• An empathetic and passionate leader with 12+ years of experience in HR/People functions; including 8+ years in senior HR roles with team management experience;
• An active listener with strong conflict resolution capabilities and critical thinking skills;
• Data-oriented, results-driven professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Experience scaling HR functions at various stages of scale and maturity;
• Experience in leading organizational change and demonstrated ability to empower and influence people at all levels of the organization;
• Proven ability to create a partnership with teams that is people-centric and value-adding.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible work options
• 401K matching
• $5K referral bonus–bring your friends!
• Equity for all–our success is your success
• Unlimited vacation–and we want you to use it
• Work with and learn from functional experts across disciplines
• Reimbursement for gym memberships
• Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family, effective day 1 of employment
• A competitive compensation package
• Maternity and paternity leave benefits

The salary range for this role is $170,000-$200,000. Your final base salary will be determined based on various factors which may include, but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. You may be eligible to participate in Extend’s annual bonus plan, based on individual and organizational performance.

To all recruitment agencies, Extend does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Extend employees or any other company location. Extend is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes

Extend is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other status protected by law.

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