At January, we work to ensure that borrowers who fall behind on debt are treated with fairness and respect. Owing to outdated processes and bad actors, traditional debt collection is rife with harassment and fraud. Our products tackle this by helping financial institutions modernize collections, giving borrowers simpler and more compassionate ways to get back on track.
As our Director of People & Talent, you’ll help lead January through our next stages of growth. Reporting directly to our Chief Administrative Officer and GC, you’ll lead initiatives to attract, retain, and develop exceptional talent while fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence. And you’ll be joining January at a pivotal moment. We’re scaling our mission from reaching millions to tens of millions of consumers and becoming the indispensable platform for financial institutions and other creditors for the resolution of all debt. Your work will actively enable the most underserved consumers to reclaim ownership of their financial lives.
Your ImpactAs our Director of People & Talent, you’ll:

• Elevate January’s people and talent acquisition strategy to support and scale with our next phase of growth
• Lead a world-class talent acquisition function focused on attracting top talent
• Design and implement performance management and talent development programs that drive team member development, retain exceptional talent, and reward high performance
• Manage and grow a high-performing People & Talent team to execute across strategies
• Partner with our leadership team to drive company decisions that promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce, that create a healthy work environment, and that scale our culture thoughtfully
• Strategically audit and refine the competitiveness and compliance of our processes and programs
• Act as a thoughtful HR business partner to all areas of the business

Qualifications

• 8 years of management-level experience in people and talent functions
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic people and talent management in a high-growth tech company, including planning and policy, talent management, compensation, benefits, training and L&D, employee relations, and performance management
• Strong business acumen and demonstrated ability to align People & Talent initiatives with business objectives
• Experience leveraging metrics and data to inform and measure people-related decisions
• Deep familiarity and experience with HR software tools
• Effective written and oral communication skills, ability to communicate with all stakeholders and team members, regardless of seniority and department
• Exceptionally collaborative, with a gift in creating a culture that fosters trust, community, and excellence

We are currently hiring for this position in our New York office.January believes in doing its part to help close the wage gap that continues to plague much of the US workforce. We offer transparent and equitable compensation packages to all existing and future January team members.
The target salary range for the Director of People & Talent role is $165,000 - $185,000, commensurate with experience. We determine the final package by considering experience, applicable education and training, and relevant skills derived throughout our interview process. This role also includes a competitive equity package, giving you a chance to feel true ownership of your work.
January prioritizes the safety and well-being of our team members and, as such, requires all employees who work from or visit a January office to have proof of COVID-19 vaccination or provide a valid medical or religious exemption.
What We Can Offer You

• Pet-friendly office (only in NYC, for now!)
• Competitive equity packages, giving you a chance to feel true ownership of your work
• Unlimited PTO so you can take the time you need to rest and recharge
• Hybrid work model, where our team comes in 3x a week
• Flexible work hours for better work/life balance
• 12 weeks fully paid new parent leave program for all employees to enjoy bonding time
• Free lunches for team socializing activities
• Annual learning and development budget to invest in your professional growth
• 401k so you can invest in your future
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free access to One Medical
• Free access to the mental well-being platform Spring Health plus 3 free virtual sessions with a Spring Health licensed therapist
• Commuter benefits for your travel to/from the office
• Endless growth opportunity and the ability to take on new and exciting challenges

Recognitions:

• Built In's Best Startups to Work For in New York (2023)
• Built In's Best Startups to Work For in New York (2024)
• Built In's Best Startups to Work For in San Francisco (2023)
• Built In's Best Startups to Work For in San Francisco (2024)
• Crain's Best Places to Work in NYC (2022)
• Crain's Best Places to Work in NYC (2023)

To learn more about what it’s like to work with us, check out our Glassdoor reviews . We think our track record speaks best.
January is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
At January, we believe that diversity of outlooks, demographics, identities, and life experiences enable companies to build the best products. More diversity means more empathy with different types of people. This matters a lot for us, since so many borrowers in financial distress with whom we engage come from underrepresented backgrounds. We practice what we preach and look forward to continuing to grow and build on our already diverse team.