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About The Role
We’re seeking a Program Manager, People to manage and execute strategic initiatives across the People function. This role will work closely with the Chief People Officer (CPO) and People leaders to drive operational excellence, strategic alignment, and impactful outcomes. If you're an organized, strategic thinker with a passion for making a difference, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Affirm’s mission.
What You’ll Do
Portfolio Management: Oversee the People team’s portfolio of strategic initiatives, including tracking, reporting, and evaluation to ensure alignment with Affirm’s goals.
Portfolio Strategy: Develop and implement a portfolio management strategy to align, track, and evaluate projects effectively.
Executive Communications: Develop high-quality written and oral communications, including talk tracks, presentations, and messaging for executive-level employees, ensuring clarity and strategic alignment.
Project Management: Contribute to the development of strategies, plans, and procedures to execute People function initiatives successfully.
Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with People leaders to align project goals and objectives with Affirm’s broader strategic objectives.
CPO Support: Directly support the CPO by planning, prioritizing, and executing on critical needs and requirements for the People team.
Standardization: Establish consistent project management, change management, and communication practices, including frameworks, tools, and templates.
Operational Excellence: Streamline People Team operations, including refining the operating model, maintaining the budget, and driving process improvements.
Strategic Planning: Support the annual fiscal year strategic planning process for the People team.
Advisory Support: Provide consultative support on People strategy and specialized initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in program management, portfolio management, or strategic operations, ideally within a People/HR function.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with a track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear, compelling talk tracks and communications for senior leaders.
Ability to identify risks, streamline processes, and deliver impactful results in a fast-paced environment.
Strategic thinker with attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving approach.
Familiarity with change management frameworks and tools is a plus.
Pay Grade - J
Equity Grade - 4
Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.
Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)
CAN base pay range per year: $102,000 - $142,000
LI-Remote
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.
We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:
Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount
We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.
[For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco] Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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