Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner

Jacksonville, Florida, United States (4 days in office/1 day remote)

Cantor Fitzgerald, with over 16,000 employees, has been a leading global financial services firm at the forefront of financial and technological innovation since 1945.

Cantor is a preeminent investment bank serving more than 5,000 institutional clients around the world, recognized for its strengths in fixed income and equity capital markets, investment banking, SPAC underwriting, PIPE placements, commercial real estate, and for its global distribution platform. Capitalizing on the firm’s financial acumen and technology prowess, Cantor’s portfolio of businesses also includes Prime Brokerage, Asset Management, and other businesses and ventures. Cantor has consistently fueled the growth of original ideas, pioneered new markets, and provided superior service to clients. Cantor operates trading desks in every major financial center globally, with offices in over 30 locations around the world.

As one of the few remaining private partnerships on Wall Street, Cantor has the distinct ability to focus on long-term value creation and solid relationship building. Our structure allows us to respond quickly to client needs, develop solutions that address complex challenges, avoid the limitations of bureaucracy, and attract talented individuals who are driven to succeed.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support multiple business groups and geographic locations within a fast-paced financial services organization. This role will partner closely with business leaders to deliver strategic HR guidance while executing key talent and employee initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses strong executive presence, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to influence leaders at all levels of the organization.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting businesses within financial services, including investment banking, capital markets, private equity, hedge funds, asset management, broker-dealers, or related sectors, and will understand the unique talent, regulatory, and business challenges within these environments.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and management teams, providing guidance on organizational effectiveness, talent strategy, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
• Develop strong partnerships with business leaders across multiple functions and locations.
• Align HR initiatives with business objectives and help drive organizational performance.
• Support organizational design, restructuring, and change management initiatives.

Talent Management & Leadership Support

• Coach managers and leaders on performance management, employee development, succession planning, and leadership effectiveness.
• Identify and develop high-potential talent while supporting career development initiatives.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on workforce planning, recruiting strategies, and retention efforts for highly competitive talent markets.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and employment practices.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and industry regulations.
• Partner with legal and compliance teams as needed on sensitive employment matters.

HR Program Execution

• Support annual compensation, promotion, performance review, and talent assessment processes.
• Partner with Compensation and Benefits teams to support employee reward and recognition initiatives.
• Analyze people metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities and recommend solutions.
• Drive employee engagement and culture initiatives across supported business areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-8+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist supporting client groups directly.
• Prior experience supporting financial services organizations, including investment banking, private equity, hedge funds, asset management, broker-dealers, capital markets, or banking environments.
• Proven ability to support multiple business groups and locations simultaneously.
• Strong employee relations, performance management, and organizational development experience.
• Demonstrated executive presence with the ability to influence and challenge senior leaders constructively.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of the financial services industry.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to balance strategic initiatives with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Preferred Competencies

• Executive presence and credibility with senior leadership
• Strategic thinking combined with tactical execution
• Strong influencing and consulting skills
• Change management and organizational effectiveness
• Data-driven decision making
• Exceptional judgment and discretion
• Ability to navigate complex, fast-paced, and highly regulated environments
• Strong project management and prioritization skills

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a polished HR professional who has successfully supported front-office and corporate functions within financial services organizations. They are comfortable partnering with senior executives, managing complex employee matters, and operating both strategically and tactically across multiple businesses and locations. This individual thrives in a high-performance culture and brings the confidence, business acumen, and executive presence needed to influence decisions and drive results.

The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis considering a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package (including health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) retirement), this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate referrals, or outreach from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. Any such submissions will be considered property of Cantor Fitzgerald and will not be eligible for any placement fee. Recruiters must have a signed agreement with our Talent Acquisition team and be invited to submit candidates for a specific role. Direct contact with hiring managers or employees is strictly prohibited.