Job Description
Join us in building the future of finance.
Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.
About the team + role
We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.
The Talent Management team sets direction for how performance works at Robinhood. We design and operate the systems that clarify expectations, strengthen performance standards, and ensure consistency across teams as the company grows. Our work shapes how employees understand what strong performance looks like and how they build meaningful impact over time. We partner closely with leaders across Engineering, Customer Experience, and other core functions to ensure performance systems support business execution.
As the Lead, Onboarding & Talent Acceleration, you will own how new hires ramp into high performance. You will design, operate, and continuously improve global onboarding systems that help employees understand expectations, build early momentum, and contribute meaningfully as quickly as possible. This role requires sound judgment, structured thinking, urgency, and disciplined follow-through. Your work will directly influence ramp time, early productivity, and retention across the company!
This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA and New York, NY offices, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.
At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you’ll do
Own onboarding strategy and execution from Day One through early ramp, and continuously refine the experience as the company evolves
Design and operate a high-quality, in-person Day One onboarding experience that reflects company standards and prepares new hires for strong early performance
Build and maintain role and level based onboarding pathways that translate expectations into early impact
Partner with Engineering, Customer Experience, and other functional leaders to align central onboarding with role-specific ramp plans and eliminate duplication or gaps
Lead onboarding strategy for mergers, acquisitions, and integrations, ensuring speed, clarity, and continuity
Use onboarding and ramp data to identify friction points, analyze time-to-productivity trends, and implement targeted improvements
What you bring
7-8+ years of experience owning onboarding, talent management, or HR programs in a fast-paced organization
Experience working with distributed or global teams
Demonstrated success designing and scaling onboarding programs that measurably improved ramp time, productivity, or early retention
Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to diagnose root causes and implement structured, practical solutions
Exceptional program management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver against clear timelines
Ability to influence across teams and levels through clear thinking and direct communication
Familiarity with HR systems such as Workday, ServiceNow, Sana, Enboarder, or similar tools
What we offer
Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.
Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.
In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.
Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Base Pay Range:
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$145,000—$170,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$128,000—$150,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)
$113,000—$133,000 USD
Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.
If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.
Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.