Head of People & Talent

Fundwell is a financial technology platform revolutionizing the way businesses access capital. Traditional business financing often involves complex processes, hidden fees, and lengthy approval times. We're changing that and fast. Leveraging our proprietary AI technology, deep industry expertise, and ethical-first approach, we deliver quick, transparent, and tailored funding solutions to small and medium-sized businesses nationwide.

We're seeking a strategic, proactive, and highly collaborative Head of People & Talent to join our leadership team in New York City. In this high-impact role, you'll lead all aspects of talent acquisition, employer branding, culture initiatives, and career development programs. You'll have a direct influence on scaling our exceptional culture, attracting and retaining outstanding talent, and laying the foundation for Fundwell's continued growth and success.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Own the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy, primarily for Go-To-Market sales roles, and other critical hires across Fundwell.

• Develop and promote a compelling employer brand reflecting our values, mission, and unique culture to attract top-tier talent.

• Partner closely with leadership to forecast hiring needs, establish efficient hiring processes, and implement tools and metrics to ensure consistent quality and speed.

• Design and implement foundational People Operations programs, including onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, and career development.

• Champion initiatives that enhance company culture, internal communications, and cross-functional collaboration through events, team-building programs, and ongoing support.

• Serve as a trusted advisor and sounding board, fostering strong, enduring relationships with team members across their employee journey.

What Sets You Apart

• 5+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, People Operations, or HR, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.

• Proven experience recruiting for GTM roles, especially Sales, and familiarity with hiring in New York and Florida markets.

• Exceptional sourcing, networking, and candidate engagement skills.

• Highly collaborative leader with excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building abilities.

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and resilient, consistently maintaining a positive outlook and inspiring your team.

• Data-driven mindset; adept at utilizing metrics to inform strategic decisions and influence stakeholders.

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced growth environment.

• Tech-savvy with experience leveraging recruitment technology (ATS, HRIS) and implementing new systems.

• Proven ability to design and execute impactful culture-building initiatives.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in a financial services or fintech startup environment.

• Background working in staffing firms with successful GTM hiring for small, rapidly growing corporations.

• Demonstrated interest and experience in employer branding and talent marketing content.

Why Fundwell?

• Competitive salary with bonus potential

• Generous paid time off

• Comprehensive health coverage

• Performance-based equity awards

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement within a rapidly growing fintech company.

• A collaborative and supportive culture focused on team success and development.

• Prime office location in New York, NY.

Our Commitment to You

Fundwell is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identification, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil union partnership status, disability or handicap, veteran or military status (e.g., National Guard or Reserves).