People and Talent Partner - US
Birmingham, Michigan
OakNorth Bank – People /
Permanent - Full Time /
On-site
At OakNorth, we’re on a mission to empower ambitious businesses to scale. Since launching in 2015, we’ve lent over $15bn in the UK and surpassed $1bn in the US—and we’re just getting started. None of this would be possible without an incredible team, and that’s where you come in.
We’re looking for a People & Talent Partner to be the driving force behind our US hiring and employee experience. Based in Michigan, you’ll play a key role in building talent pipelines across Michigan and New York, supporting our growing offices, and shaping a culture that attracts, engages, and retains top talent.
This is a role for someone who loves recruitment but also wants to make a broader impact—acting as the go-to People partner on the ground in the US.
What You’ll Do
- Lead full-cycle recruitment for key roles in Michigan and support hiring efforts in New York, from crafting job descriptions through to closing offers.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand team needs, provide market insights, and design inclusive hiring strategies.
- Build and maintain strong talent pipelines by leveraging networks and communities across Michigan and New York.
- Champion an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring every candidate feels supported from first interaction through onboarding.
- Serve as the primary People contact for our US teams, handling day-to-day queries, supporting onboarding, and overseeing a smooth employee lifecycle.
- Embed OakNorth’s culture locally while collaborating closely with the wider global People team.
- Contribute to broader People initiatives, including employer branding, employee engagement, and culture-building programs that drive performance and a positive workplace.
What We’re Looking For
- What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in People & Talent, with solid exposure to both recruitment and people operations.
- Strong knowledge of US hiring practices and talent markets—particularly in Michigan.
- A proven ability to attract top talent across functions, ideally within high-growth or financial services environments.
- Excellent communication skills with the confidence to partner effectively with stakeholders across multiple locations.
- Hands-on experience with HR and ATS platforms (we work with Lever and HiBob).
- Highly organized, analytical, and proactive—skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
- A natural relationship builder: approachable, adaptable, and passionate about delivering an outstanding employee and candidate experience.
