Director of People

Supernova is a financial technology company that specializes in providing SaaS-based securities-based lending (SBL) technology solutions. Our cloud-based technology connects financial advisory firms to banks through turnkey and customized solutions.

We are looking for an experienced Director of People.  The ideal candidate will excel at sourcing the best talent in Chicago, building a people program that fosters great culture, employee development, and retention.  This candidate will also be responsible for managing our HR PEO.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Supernova hires the best talent in the industry
  • Source, identify, qualify, and screen candidates for our openings
  • Create a voice for Supernova and develop a strategy to broaden reach within the Chicago market
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on hiring needs/plans and advise on interview processes and market alignment
  • Implement and manage an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Build a world-class People program
  • Help define and foster Supernova culture
  • Partner with managers to improve and refine performance management and compensation strategy and processes
  • Help Supernova achieve best-in-class employee retention and satisfaction metrics
  • Advise management on appropriate handlingof employee relations issues
• Manage HR program
  • Manage PEO to ensure compliance and efficiency
  • Manage the hiring, performance review, separation of service and related processes
  • Work with attorneys to help employees through Visa process
  • Help manage costs while maintaining employee satisfaction and retention

Qualification

• 6+ years of experience in People and Recruiting roles
• Experience building and leading People and Recruiting functions
• Must be a self-starter who can autonomously execute on agreed objectives
• Experience building and implementing processes
• Startup experience preferred.  Technology and FinTech experience a plus
• College degree required