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Head of Human Resources
2025-12-15 Austin Capital Bank Austin,TX
Description:
Our Core Values
At Austin Capital Bank, every team member embodies our values. We work, hire, promote, and lead by them:
About the Role
Were looking for a Head of Human Resources to lead the people function at Austin Capital Bank and shape the next chapter of our growth. This role is both strategic and hands-on, perfect for an HR leader who wants to make a tangible impact on culture, talent, and organizational excellence.
Youll oversee all aspects of the employee experiencefrom recruiting and onboarding to development, compensation, and compliancewhile cultivating a workplace where every team member can prosper and deliver maximum value and impact.
Key Responsibilities
Head of Human Resources
Location: Austin, Texas (On-site but with flexible hours and ability to work from home one-ish days/week)
Reports To: President, Digital Products
Team Size: ~90 employees mostly in Austin, TX and Des Moines, IA
Company Overview
Austin Capital Bank is a fast-growing, tech-forward community bank based in Austin, Texas. Were a nationwide leader in responsible financial innovationcombining the stability of a 500 million dollar regulated bank with the agility of a fintech. Our mission is to deliver simple, reliable, and customer-friendly financial products that improve the financial well-being of people across the country. Our products have touched over a million customers in all 50 states.
Weve been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies multiple years in a rowand were just getting started. Our team members are approachable, attentive, and trusted problem-solvers who take pride in doing right by our customers and each other.
Why Youll Love Working Here
- A team that feels like a team Supportive coworkers, approachable leaders, and a culture that values listening, learning, collaborationand good snacks
- It feels great to contribute to a company thats winning and growing our financials say it all were nicely profitable and gaining market share.
- Opportunities to grow Career development, tuition assistance, and room to explore roles across the bank.
- 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, & vision insurance Full coverage for employee-only plans, with affordable family options.
- Wellness program Extra funds from us to help cover your out-of-pocket medical expenses.
- Generous paid time off Start with 16 days per year that grows with tenure.
- Paid holidays 11+ per year, so you can truly unplug.
- 401(k) with 4% employer match Invest in your future with our support.
Our Core Values
At Austin Capital Bank, every team member embodies our values. We work, hire, promote, and lead by them:
- Wicked Smart Intellectually and emotionally self-aware.
- Take Initiative A bias to action, movement forward.
- No Big Egos Self-confidence with humility.
- Honesty Respectful and direct forthright communication.
- Curiosity Innovation doesnt come from drawing within the lines.
About the Role
Were looking for a Head of Human Resources to lead the people function at Austin Capital Bank and shape the next chapter of our growth. This role is both strategic and hands-on, perfect for an HR leader who wants to make a tangible impact on culture, talent, and organizational excellence.
Youll oversee all aspects of the employee experiencefrom recruiting and onboarding to development, compensation, and compliancewhile cultivating a workplace where every team member can prosper and deliver maximum value and impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
- Lead full-cycle recruitment across departments, ensuring a seamless, inclusive, and values-driven hiring process.
- Design and manage an onboarding experience that helps new team members feel connected, confident, and productive from day one.
- Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations
- Develop and maintain competitive and equitable compensation structures and benefits programs.
- Oversee payroll, HRIS, and benefits administration, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- Conduct periodic compensation benchmarking to stay competitive in the fintech and banking sectors.
- Employee Development & Engagement
- Build training, coaching, and career development programs that align with individual growth and company goals.
- Support leaders in performance management, goal setting, and feedback best practices.
- Champion initiatives that strengthen engagement, inclusion, and employee satisfaction.
- Employee Relations & Culture
- Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR-related issues, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Promote a workplace culture rooted in transparency, respect, and accountability.
- Manage employee relations and conflict resolution with fairness and professionalism.
- Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and banking regulations.
- Maintain and update company policies and employee handbooks.
- Partner with legal and leadership teams to minimize risk while supporting innovation.
- Strategic Leadership
- Collaborate with the executive team to align HR strategy with business objectives and growth plans.
- Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and culture-building initiatives as the company scales.
- Track and report on key HR metrics to inform leadership decisions and identify improvement opportunities.
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven success building and leading HR functions in high-growth environments (preferably fintech, banking, or tech).
- Strong understanding of employment law, compensation design, and compliance in a regulated industry.
- Excellent communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Experience with HRIS systems, performance management tools, and modern HR practices.
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (Masters or HR certification preferred).
- A high-performance, high-trust culture where employees thrive.
- Strong alignment between HR programs and business goals.
- Low turnover, high engagement, and clear career growth pathways.
- Scalable HR systems and processes that support sustainable growth.
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