Vestwell is the financial technology company powering the new savings economy. Our platform redefines how people save for the critical aspects of life across retirement, education, and healthcare savings needs.
Today, Vestwell enables over 350,000 businesses and over 2M active savers, with over $50B in assets saved across all 50 states.
Vestwell's platform serves a diverse clientele, including financial advisers, employers, third-party administrators, financial institutions, payroll providers, government agencies, and individual savers. To learn more, visit vestwell.com
Who Are We Looking For?
Vestwell is looking for a dedicated and self-motivated Senior People (HR) Business Partner, G&A, to join our People Team. We are building a team of world-class talent and are looking for an organizational powerhouse who can collaborate with multiple internal teams and stakeholders. You will manage our full employee life cycle, including onboarding and internal operations. As the People Business Partner for the G&A Organization, which consists of Service & Delivery, Finance, and Legal & Compliance, you will have a front-row seat and a direct impact on the next phase of our growth. The People Business Partner will be responsible for managing the successful partnership and collaboration of the Operations Teams and the People Team. Our ideal candidate is passionate about innovation, embodies our Vestwell Core Values, and takes initiative to ensure the wellbeing and growth of our employees.
What Will You Be Doing?
Day-to-day, you will be expected to:
- Serve as a strategic People Partner to leaders and employees within the G&A organization, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for people-related matters.
- Exercise independent judgment in managing and advising on the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, performance management, compensation and benefits administration, and workforce planning.
- Serve as a trusted change partner to G&A leaders, helping teams navigate organizational shifts through thoughtful communication, stakeholder alignment, and effective change-management strategies.
- Lead and facilitate on-site and hybrid onboarding experiences, lunch-and-learns, and engagement sessions to support employee integration, learning, and connection.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations, applying policy interpretation and judgment to real-world employee scenarios.
- Actively support and help evolve Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and other inclusion-focused frameworks that strengthen belonging and engagement across the organization.
- Lead employee relations efforts, including conducting investigations, internal audits, and disciplinary meetings, and advising leaders on appropriate, compliant courses of action.
- Assess team capabilities and performance trends to identify development needs, succession considerations, and opportunities for upskilling.
- Partner with Learning & Development to design and deliver targeted training programs and workshops aligned to the unique needs of the G&A organization.
- Remain deeply embedded in the business by attending and leading regular stakeholder meetings, serving as the “eyes and ears” of the organization and surfacing insights that inform leadership decisions.
- Collaborate closely with technical leadership to understand workforce dynamics, team health, and organizational design considerations.
- Partner with Recruiting to forecast hiring needs, support resourcing strategies, and provide insight into workforce changes to enable proactive talent planning.
- Lead the annual Summer Internship Program, including program design, execution, and evaluation, with a focus on talent development and full-time conversion opportunities.
Requirements
The Necessities:
- 3-5 years of Human Resources / People Operations experience, preferably at a high-growth tech company/start-up
- Experience building, maintaining, and presenting HR data analytics
- High emotional and social intelligence with experience fostering positive, strong relationships with diverse groups of people
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills that demonstrate a high level of professionalism
- Highly organized and detail-oriented; you can handle multiple projects and dynamic priorities without missing a beat
- Experience managing projects independently end-to-end, bringing relevant stakeholders in to contribute where necessary
- Passionate about people and how they function together to create a valuable organization
- Required to be in-office 4 days per week in Vestwell’s King of Prussia office
The Extras
- Experience working in a high-paced startup environment or SaaS environment
- Prior experience using Rippling
- Experience supporting a hybrid team
This role will be based in the King of Prussia office, and will be part of Vestwell's hybrid in-office operation.
The expected base salary range for this position is $90K - $110K base. This position is eligible to participate in the Company Bonus Pool and is eligible to receive new hire equity in the Company. Please note that salary bands are based on NY and other similar metro areas and may differ based on where the role is ultimately hired.
Employee Benefits
We’re an innovative, high-growth company with an exciting future ahead. At Vestwell, we prioritize employee wellbeing through comprehensive health benefits, generous time off, and a dedicated Employee Wellbeing Committee. Our hybrid work model offers flexibility while providing access to our collaborative offices in Midtown Manhattan, Austin, King of Prussia, and Scottsdale. And, of course, as a company focused on helping people save for the future, we offer a competitive 401(k) plan.
Interview Process
Our interview process starts the same for every candidate with 1-2 introductory conversations to learn more about your background, interests, and what you're looking for, while also giving you the opportunity to learn more about Vestwell and the team. From there, the process varies by role but typically includes a skills or experience-based assessment, such as a coding interview, portfolio review, or deeper discussion of your relevant experience. Successful candidates then move on to a virtual or in-person interview panel. Before extending an offer, we complete a reference check with a current or former manager and a peer. Throughout the process, we prioritize transparency, clear communication, and minimizing surprises.
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Skills Required
- 3-5 years of Human Resources or People Operations experience
- Experience at a high-growth technology company or startup
- Experience building, maintaining, and presenting HR data analytics
- Strong emotional and social intelligence with experience fostering positive relationships across diverse groups
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organization and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities
- Experience independently managing projects end-to-end
- Passion for people and organizational effectiveness
- Ability to work in-office four days per week at the King of Prussia office
- Experience working in a high-paced startup environment or SaaS environment
- Prior experience using Rippling
- Experience supporting a hybrid team
Vestwell Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vestwell and has not been reviewed or approved by Vestwell.
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Retirement Support — Company materials highlight a 'great 401(k)' with employer contributions. Feedback suggests a 3% non‑elective contribution with immediate vesting and broad eligibility, including part‑time staff and interns.
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Healthcare Strength — Company sources cite competitive health coverage and a company‑sponsored HSA funded by monthly employer contributions. Older posts referenced covering 100% of benefits, though current specifics should be confirmed during an offer process.
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Parental & Family Support — Employer communications describe 16 weeks of paid parental leave with a reduced‑schedule ramp‑back on return. Feedback suggests parental leave is viewed positively relative to other benefit categories.
Vestwell Insights
What We Do
Vestwell is a financial technology company that makes it easier for more individuals to save for life’s most important moments—from retirement to education and healthcare. Founded in 2016, Vestwell’s platform removes traditional barriers to saving, making it accessible, efficient, and approachable for everyone. Vestwell provides a comprehensive suite of workplace savings solutions, including retirement plans, student loan repayment benefits, and specialized accounts for education, emergencies, and disability savings. Trusted by financial advisors, employers, payroll providers, financial institutions, and government agencies, Vestwell empowers nearly 1.5 million savers across over 350,000 businesses nationwide, with over $35 billion in assets saved across all 50 states. With a commitment to closing the savings gap and fostering a secure financial future for all, Vestwell provides an elevated and accessible savings technology everyone deserves. Recognized among CNBC’s World’s Top Fintech Companies, the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies, Forbes America’s Best Startup Employers, WealthManagement.com’s Retirement Plan Advisor Support Award, Built In’s Best Places to Work, and PLANSPONSOR’s Top 10 Recordkeepers, Vestwell continues to set the standard for innovation and impact in the savings industry.
Why Work With Us
Vestwell is powered by a team of passionate problem-solvers building the future of accessible savings. Supported by top fintech investors, we’re tackling a complex challenge with collaboration, innovation, and purpose at every step.
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