People Team Business Partner

Who we are:

Strongpoint Partners is tech

-enabled retirement services platform serving small- to mid-sized businesses with integrated retirement third party administration, recordkeeping, payroll, and HR solutions.

Recognized as one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies in America and certified as a Great Place to Work, Strongpoint offers a suite of services that prioritizes accuracy, compliance, and reduction of regulatory risk for its clients, delivered by local client success teams that understand the nuances of the markets they serve.

Strongpoint Partners combines a relentless passion for service and innovation with the experience and expertise required to make retirement work for everyone. For more information, please visit: www.strongpointpartners.com.

Position Summary:

The People Team

Business Partner is responsible for collaborating with the CPO in building, scaling, and running the operational foundation of the People function. This role provides oversight of core People operations including benefits administration, employee relations processes, HRIS, compliance, and the day-to-day systems and workflows that support the employee lifecycle.

Partnering closely with People leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, the Business Partner ensures consistent, compliant, and high-quality People services across the organization, particularly during periods of growth and change.

With a strong balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, the People Team

Business Partner translates People strategy into efficient processes, clear governance, and reliable systems. This leader drives continuous improvement, operational rigor, and data integrity, while supporting a people-first culture that enables employees and leaders to thrive. The role is critical in supporting organizational scaling, change management, and integration efforts, ensuring the People function operates smoothly, effectively, and with care.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a fully remote position and can be performed from anywhere within the United States. We welcome candidates from all U.S. time zones; however, preference will be given to candidates in the Chicago area who can work on a hybrid schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership
• Collaborate with the CPO and People Team to ensure delivery of a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with business objectives
• Partner with the CPO and CEO on human capital initiatives and KPIs.
• Serve as the right hand to the Chief People Officer, helping to define and implement the HR vision aligned with business objectives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across departments, driving people strategies that support scalable growth.
• Assist the CPO with workforce planning and organizational development initiatives that position the company for long-term success.
• M&A Integration & Culture Stewardship
• Lead HR due diligence for acquisitions, assessing talent, culture, benefits, and compliance risks.
• Collaborate with CPO and Integration teams to manage integration plans that respect local firm autonomy while implementing shared systems and standards.
• Support the preservation and enhancement of a strong, collaborative culture across a distributed organization.
• Talent & Culture
• Champion a purpose-driven, employee-focused culture grounded in accountability, equity, and results.
• Shape and promote programs that reinforce employee engagement, belonging, recognition, and retention.
• Establish and drive programs for onboarding, retention, and succession planning across both the platform team and partner organizations.
• Champion DEI initiatives and employee engagement, while collaborating with the leadership development team to provide appropriate programs at all levels of the organization.
• Operations & Compliance
• Assist CPO in guiding HR operations, including benefits, compensation, compliance, and HRIS.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and industry-specific employment practices.
• Standardize HR policies and procedures across a growing, multi-site operation while allowing for regional customization.
• Ensure excellence in the execution of all HR programs and processes, including: Performance management and succession planning

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5-7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with at least 2 years at a leadership or similar level.
• Proven success leading HR during rapid M&A growth and post-merger integrations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a decentralized, multi-entity environment.
• Strong change management, leadership coaching, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a private equity–backed company, ideally with a services-based or regulated business is preferred.
• HR certification (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP)
• Experience with pension administration or related financial service sectors
• Success Attributes
• Results-oriented mindset
• High emotional intelligence
• Collaborative leadership style with a passion for people and performance
• Comfortable in fast-paced, high-change environments
• Deep commitment to employee experience and ethical operations

Our Value-Driven Employee Experience:

Flexible Workplace

– Hybrid and remote options available for many roles.

Flexible PTO

– Competitive paid time off, including flexible & unlimited options.

Inclusive Environment

– A culture that values diversity, collaboration, and respect.

Growth Opportunities

– Support for ongoing learning and career development.

Comprehensive Benefits

– Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.

Workplace Perks

– Incentive bonus programs, flexible hours, & more.

**Specific benefits and programs may vary by partner and position.