Senior Human Resources Business Partner

NerdWallet

Senior HR Business Partner driving performance and engagement at NerdWallet. Collaborating cross-functionally to enhance organizational effectiveness within a tech-focused environment.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to senior leaders, translating business strategy into actionable people priorities.
Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and change management efforts to improve clarity, efficiency, and performance.
Guide leaders through performance management, employee relations, succession planning, and career development conversations.
Drive execution of core People programs, including performance reviews, compensation cycles, and talent reviews.
Partner with Finance and Compensation to support equitable, competitive reward strategies aligned to business results.
Use data, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to identify trends and inform organizational decisions.
Proactively prioritize work to align with department and company goals while communicating progress and managing dependencies.
Navigate conflict and differing viewpoints constructively, providing candid feedback and finding common ground.
Contribute to an environment of trust and inclusion within supported teams.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to company-wide People initiatives.
Take ownership of outcomes, course-correct when needed, and continuously improve processes and programs.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate ambiguity.
Emotional intelligence and resilience when managing complex or sensitive situations.
Capacity to communicate clearly across a variety of audiences and mediums.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of HR Business Partner or equivalent leadership experience, ideally within high-growth tech or fintech environments.
Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders and influencing business decisions.
Expertise in organizational design, performance management, talent development, and employee relations.
Strong business acumen and ability to connect people strategy to operational outcomes.
Proven ability to use data and analytics to drive insights and recommendations.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to provide direct, candid feedback while remaining open to diverse perspectives.
Ability to manage conflict constructively and navigate complex interpersonal dynamics.
Demonstrated ownership mindset with strong prioritization and execution discipline.
High integrity and sound judgment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
Rejuvenation Policy – Flexible Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + holiday company shutdown
New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
Mental health support
Paid sabbatical after 5 years for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge, and pursue their interests
Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend (Only remote Nerds are eligible for the Wifi Stipend)
Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy (Only remote Nerds are eligible for these stipends)

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Hard Skills & Tools

organizational designworkforce planningchange managementperformance managementemployee relationssuccession planningcareer developmentdata analyticsAI-enabled toolstalent development

Soft Skills

trusted advisorcritical thinkingproblem-solvingemotional intelligenceresiliencecommunicationconflict managementownership mindsetprioritizationinfluence