Mercury

Senior People Operations Generalist

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience as a People Operations specialist or generalist in a high-growth company, with at least 2 years of hands-on experience in leave of absence administration, HR compliance, legal, or policy work. Experience using Workday as an administrator and managing DEIB initiatives like ERG programs is required. Strong empathy, emotional intelligence, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, high organization, attention to detail, and comfort in ambiguous environments are also necessary.

Responsibilities

The Senior People Operations Generalist will act as the global subject matter expert for all leave of absence processes, developing country-specific policies and managing the end-to-end employee experience for leaves. They will partner in creating and implementing global People Policies, ensuring compliance and alignment with company culture. Responsibilities also include serving as the Workday Absence partner, updating configurations, and providing support for job architecture. Additionally, they will own the vision and strategic direction for Employee Resource Groups, serve as a primary point of contact for ERG leads, and project manage annual DEIB Charter Metrics.

Skills

People Operations
HR Compliance
Leave of Absence Management
Workday
DEIB Initiatives
Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
Global Leave Practices
Policy Development
HR Policies
International HR

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$146.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Custom equipment setup
401(K) matching
12+ weeks paid parental leave
Book budget
Wellness benefits
Grocery budget
Paid lunch
Personalized callsign
Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.
Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.
Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.
The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.
Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.
The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.
Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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