Principal HR Business Partner

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

What will you contribute?

As a Principal HR Business Partner, you will step into a role that balances strategy and execution, pivotal to Finastra’s success.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our business leaders, providing value-added services across our corporate functions.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

• Strategic HR Partnership: Collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute HR strategies focused on talent management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and employee engagement. Own and drive programs across the broader Lending HR Function

• Trusted Advisor/Stakeholder Relationships: Build strong relationships with business leadership and lead the HR agenda for the relevant function. Serve as a confidante to leaders, coaching and consulting on all people-related matters.

• Data-Driven Insights: Develop and analyze People trends and metrics in partnership with COEs to create solutions, programs, and policies that drive effective business decisions.

• Collaboration: Partner with in country HR Partners and People team Centers of Excellence (CoE) (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Rewards, Organization Effectiveness, Culture and Talent) to champion and deliver projects, programs, and business-as-usual activities to the business.

• Cyclical Processes: Partner with leaders on executing talent management, annual compensation, performance management, succession management, and Employee Engagement Survey analysis and action planning.

• Performance Management: Maximize the effectiveness of performance management by linking business strategy, individual performance goals, and compensation.

• Talent Acquisition: Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on recruiting and program activities to ensure we acquire high performing, capable talent to deliver on our business agenda.

Requirements & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Master’s degree (e.g., MBA, HR) a plus.

• Experience: Significant work-related experience in Human Resources, including experience as an HR Business Partner.

• HR Expertise: Knowledge and experience in Employee Development, Performance Management, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Compensation, and HR Analytics.

• Autonomy: Ability to navigate ambiguous situations with high levels of autonomy while maintaining a strong focus on data accuracy.

• Strategic & Tactical: Proven ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels, managing multiple and diverse issues.

• Relationship Building: Successful track record of building relationships, problem-solving, and demonstrating sound judgment.

• Business Acumen: Excellent business acumen, communication, problem solving, presentation, and facilitation skills.

• Communication Skills: Strong written, listening, and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact and influence effectively at all levels of the organization.

• Leadership: Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Technical Proficiency: Proficient with MS Office and HR Information Systems, preferably Workday.

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!

Applicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.