HR Partner

We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!

At Climate First Bank, we’re redefining what banking can be. As a Florida Benefit Corporation and FDIC-insured commercial bank, we offer a full suite of personal and business services—including solar, residential, commercial, ESOP Banking, Structured Finance and SBA loans—all designed to power a better future. We’re...

With branches in St. Petersburg, Winter Park, Mount Dora, Downtown Orlando and a growing digital presence, we’re proving that banking can be a force for good. We don’t just support environmental and social causes—we’re built on them.

Embody a commitment to environmental, social, economic, and racial justice. 
Apply curiosity and interest in our core values and pursue education related to sustainability practices. 
Be willing to pursue and demonstrate an understanding of established Bank policies, procedures, and regulations. 
Recognize the importance of protecting the organization and our customers. 
Question suspicious activity and stay in close collaboration with our Compliance department to ensure proper investigation and processing of potentially fraudulent activity. 
Stay informed on legal context and regulatory requirements and prioritize completing all web-based compliance and IT training. 
1-3 years of experience in an HR Support or Generalist role  
Experience with fast-scaling and changing HR environments 
Education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field preferred 
Experience with ADP Workforce NOW strongly preferred 

Entrepreneurial Self-Starter Mentality - You take charge of your work product and take pride in delivering consistently great and measurable results. You solve problems efficiently, seek operational efficiencies and are a solution-oriented thinker with a strong bias for action, accuracy and collaborative decision making. You exercise excellent judgement on matters that need to be escalated and when to ask for help, while also using available resources self-sufficiently. You have the ability to balance big-picture contexts with detail level focus and consistently identify opportunities for process improvements and automations. A high-pace and high-expectation environment excites you and you can’t wait to push yourself to new professional heights in a company that rewards high performance. 
Organization & Efficiency- You manage your time expertly and stay focused under pressure. You appreciate meticulous systems and follow established processes with high levels of diligence and attention but also adapt to changing routines. You’re a master note-taker and checklist fanatic and stay on top of things with ease and consistency. 
Master Communicator - Whether it’s in-person, on camera, phone, or chat — you communicate with confidence, precision, and professionalism. You listen deeply and respond thoughtfully and are able to engage efficiently and tactfully with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. You have a strong personality, are not afraid to voice opinions tactfully and are able to hold yourself and others accountable to agreed upon deliverables. Additionally, you masterfully build relationships and leverage those relationships to protect and further business, employee and People Ops interests. You possess strong influencing and decision-making skills, while also exhibiting kindness, understanding and empathy as needed. 
Banking & Fintech Acumen- You are willing to pursue in financial products and services, applicable regulations and laws. You also possess strong overall business acumen and the ability to interpret legal documents.  
Tech-Forward and Analytical Thinking - You learn new tools quickly, are excited by innovation and leverage technology to optimize your work product. You have a strong bias for automation and conscious AI use. You are comfortable with the Microsoft 365 environment, have experience with ADP Workforce NOW and have ideally used Performance Management platforms. 
Commitment to Being a Team Player - You lift others up, share ideas, and bring positive energy to everything you do. You know what it takes to operate as a part of a larger team and cherish opportunities to contribute to the big picture. You’re dependable, communicate clearly and always happy to lend a hand where needed. Integrity and confidentiality are integral components of how you show up in the workplace. 
At Climate First Bank, we believe that how we work is just as important as what we do. Every team member is expected to deliver high-quality results on time—whether independently or in collaboration with others. You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team where professionalism, excellence, and high-performance are key to our collective success. 
You’ll also be expected to stay informed and compliant with all regulatory policies, including BSA, AML, CIP, and OFAC. These aren’t just checkboxes — they’re essential to maintaining the trust and integrity that define our bank. 
Remote role within the United States; Eastern Standard Hours. Occasional travel to local branches required. 
Occasional U.S. travel for company events or leadership sessions. 
Tobacco-Free employer. All employees must affirm to be non-smokers or affirm commitment to cessation within 90-days of offer acceptance. 
Direct Deposit is only available to a Climate First Bank account. Alternative paper checks are available. Employees are encouraged to maintain their household banking relationship with the Bank. 
Sustained standing and sitting, frequent communication (speaking and listening) and use of PC, including typing or sustained attention to monitor, occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. 

Pay Transparency The base pay for this role starts at $57,000 and is commensurate based on experience required in the role.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
At Climate First Bank we truly believe that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our success. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values and mission. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
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