Business Partner (Technology)

About the Company

Gemini is a global crypto and Web3 platform founded by Tyler Winklevoss and Cameron Winklevoss in 2014. Gemini offers a wide range of crypto products and services for individuals and institutions in over 70 countries.

Crypto is about giving you greater choice, independence, and opportunity. We are here to help you on your journey. We build crypto products that are simple, elegant, and secure. Whether you are an individual or an institution, we help you buy, sell, and store your bitcoin and cryptocurrency. 

At Gemini, our mission is to unlock the next era of financial, creative, and personal freedom.

In the United States, we have a flexible hybrid work policy for employees who live within 30 miles of our office headquartered in New York City and our office in Seattle. Employees within the New York and Seattle metropolitan areas are expected to work from the designated office twice a week, unless there is a job-specific requirement to be in the office every workday. Employees outside of these areas are considered part of our remote-first workforce. We believe our hybrid approach for those near our NYC and Seattle offices increases productivity through more in-person collaboration where possible.

The Department: People

The People Team at Gemini is more than HR — we are thought partners, business influencers, and stewards for our company culture. Our tight-knit team consists of strategic business partners, talent acquisition specialists, PeopleOps professionals and benefits specialists.

The Role: Business Partner

As part of the Gemini People Team, you’ll be on the ground floor of a quickly growing organization. As a People Business Partner, you'll be responsible for partnering with your clients on many aspects of human resources with a primary focus on organizational design & effectiveness, building a pool of bar raising talent, leadership development, and driving programs (engagement, retention, performance and career development) that enables Leaders to lead. In addition, you will help to drive the Talent Management strategy and be a Culture champion for all of Gemini, owning the strategy, roadmap and execution of carrying out the company Culture. You will be expected to handle sensitive and confidential information, thus it is essential that you possess a strong degree of judgment and discretion. We’re looking for someone who is authentic, a team player, proactive, thoughtful, mature and can help us look around corners. This role requires a deep understanding of business needs, coupled with the ability to develop and implement People solutions that drive success. 

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Partnering:
  • Collaborate with senior leaders and department heads to understand business goals and challenges
  • Develop and implement People strategies that align with business objectives and support the achievement of company goals
• Employee Relations:
  • Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management, providing guidance on all people-related matters including performance management, employee development, and conflict resolution
  • Manage complex employee relations issues and investigations, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws
• Talent Management:
  • Drive talent management initiatives, including succession planning, career development, and performance evaluation processes
  • Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to support hiring strategies and workforce planning efforts
• Change Management:
  • Lead and support organizational change initiatives, ensuring that People impacts are effectively managed
  • Provide coaching and guidance to managers on leading their teams through change
• Employee Engagement & Culture:
  • Develop and implement programs to enhance employee engagement, promote a positive workplace culture, and improve overall employee experience
  • Monitor and analyze employee engagement data, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
• HR Analytics:
  • Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and provide insights on workforce trends
  • Prepare and present reports on key HR metrics to senior leadership
• Compliance & Policy Management:
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and global employment laws and regulations
  • Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures in line with best practices and company values
• Partner with leaders on their team’s operating plan, organizational design and talent
• Create and contribute to talent play books as necessary  
• Lead and influence change management by enabling Leaders with the tools necessary to ensure effective communication 
• Contribute and execute on Talent Management roadmap and Annual Performance Review Cycle 
• Enhance and execute on a comprehensive engagement and retention strategy, including regular cadence of check-ins with individuals within assigned business line
• Determine strategies to enhance quantitative and qualitative data collection to inform decisions
• Work with Managers to provide constructive feedback and coaching to employees; assist Managers with effective management of their teams and instill a culture of feedback and high performance
• Work closely with other members of the Business Partner/People team to communicate areas of development, ensuring training programs are targeted and continuously evolving as we grow
• Act as a liaison between employees and management to answer questions or concerns regarding company policies, practices and regulations
• Operate with a global mindset

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, psychology or business
• 5-8 years of experience in a strategic HR role, preferably in a fintech or tech-driven environment
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and global HR trends
• Proven experience in employee relations, talent management, and change management
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills
• Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization and influence key stakeholders
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and HR analytics
• Strong client focus with outstanding judgment, critical thinking and analytical skills
• Proven track record to provide influential partnership, coaching and solution based thinking to various levels within the organization
• Strong project management skills, including organization, ability to proactively follow up on ongoing projects, and strict attention to detail
• Ability to identify areas for process improvement and provide recommendations for improvements; desire to enhance efficiency and automate whenever possible
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable fielding difficult questions
• Demonstrated judgment and ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters effectively
• Collaborative team player 
• Ability to multitask and remain flexible in a fast-paced, start-up environment
• Desire to build a career in Human Resources and grow and expand responsibilities with the expansion of the Gemini People Team

Preferred Qualifications:

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent HR certification preferred
• Demonstrated ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner and reprioritize accordingly to meet immediate needs
• Ability to manage immediate, short-term projects while also moving forward with longer term initiatives
• Ability to identify areas for process improvement and provide recommendations for improvements; desire to enhance efficiency and automate whenever possible

• Competitive starting salary
• A discretionary annual bonus
• Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant
• Comprehensive health plans
• 401K with company matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible time off

Salary Range: The base salary range for this role is between $137,000 - $172,000 in the State of New York, the State of California and the State of Washington. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate’s compensation, we consider a number of factors including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

At Gemini, we strive to build diverse teams that reflect the people we want to empower through our products, and we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. Equal Opportunity is the Law, and Gemini is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have a specific need that requires accommodation, please let a member of the People Team know.

#LI-MW1