Founding HR Business Partner, Talent Strategy

About Hone Hone is an online medical clinic at the forefront of transforming healthcare and enhancing longevity. We use cutting-edge scientific advancements to empower men and women to take control of their health and unlock their full potential. Our people are the heart of everything we do and drive our success. We approach every project through our brand values: Fight for the Customer Execute Ruthlessly Communicate Candidly, Clearly, and Kindly Collaborate Selflessly Practice Calculated Risk-Taking Maximize Joy and Gratitude Hone has been fully virtual from day one and will continue to be a remote-first employer. Our Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidate is a mission-driven, motivated multi-tasker who is invested in work that is fulfilling and impactful. They embrace change and tackle challenges with enthusiasm. They have an “all-in” disposition towards work, understanding that we are a fast-paced, high-growth organization with evolving priorities. They can excel at both independent tasks and collaborative work, leading with clear and candid communication. They exhibit humble leadership—the ability to drive initiatives forward while remaining excited about continuous learning and development opportunities. They feel strongly about being part of a team that advocates for people to live longer and better lives. The Role Hone is looking for a Founding HR Business Partner, Talent Strategy to join our People Ops team. In this role, you will report to the Director of People Ops and building the full-cycle recruiting function for the organization, spanning both technical and non-technical functions. More than anything, this is a role about partnership: you will be the strategic bridge between hiring managers who need great talent and the candidates - both active and passive - who could be that talent, today or down the road. Internally, you’ll operate as a true advisor to hiring managers - shaping their thinking on role scope, market realities, and hiring bar, not just taking orders on a requisition. Externally, you’ll build real relationships with candidates, including those who aren’t ready to move today but could be exactly right for a future opening. You’ll also bring genuine fluency with AI tools to make your own work faster and sharper, but the AI is in service of better partnership and better decisions - not the other way around. Primary Responsibilities Key responsibilities for this role include (but are not limited to) the following: Strategic Partnership with Hiring Managers Lead structured intake conversations that go beyond the job description Serve as a trusted advisor on hiring strategy, market compensation realities, and role scope Drive a structured, consistent interview process that reflects Hone’s values and holds hiring managers accountable to a fair, well-calibrated bar Negotiate and extend offers in partnership with hiring managers and People Ops Candidate Relationships & Talent Pipeline Build genuine, long-term relationships with both active and passive candidates - not just filling today’s open roles, but cultivating talent pools for roles we haven’t opened yet Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies across multiple channels (LinkedIn, job boards, professional networks, referrals, and beyond) Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience that reflects well on Hone’s employer brand, whether or not a given candidate is hired Maintain an ongoing talent network so that when new roles open, we’re starting from a warm pipeline instead of a cold search AI-Enabled Recruiting Use AI tools (Claude plus others) as a regular part of your workflow to work faster and make better-informed decisions - across sourcing, outreach, screening support, and pipeline management Maintain clean, accurate data in Greenhouse - use it to track pipeline health, identify bottlenecks, and report on recruiting metrics Help train hiring managers on effective, legally compliant use of AI tools in hiring decisions Recruiting Infrastructure Help build and refine our recruiting infrastructure as we scale - including process documentation, interview training, and intake frameworks Contribute to employer branding initiatives that help Hone stand out in a competitive market Qualifications In order to qualify for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria: At least 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a demonstrated track record as a strategic partner to hiring managers and leadership At least 4 years of in-house recruiting experience at a startup or a high-growth company in a founding role Proven ability to build and sustain long-term relationships with passive candidates, including maintaining active talent pipelines between hiring needs Experience recruiting in healthtech, digital health, or telemedicine preferred Experience advising hiring managers on role scope, market compensation, and hiring strategy - comfortable pushing back when needed Proven ability to managing a dynamic, shifting req load in a fast-paced, high-growth environment Proficiency with Greenhouse ATS and modern sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter or similar) Demonstrated use of AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, or similar) as a regular part of your recruiting workflow Strong instincts for candidate quality and culture fit - you ask great questions and assess beyond the resume Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adhere to deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality Comfortable in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment Creative problem-solving skills with a results-driven mindset Can quickly learn new technology systems and communication tools Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively Compensation Range $100,000 – $130,000 Benefits* Hone wants our team to be in the best condition of their lives, so we offer a range of benefits including: A remote-first work environment Competitive compensation and equity options Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage Short-term disability and basic life coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Lifestyle Spending Accounts (LSAs) We follow federal holidays and have uncapped time off for exempt employees Budget for the technology tools you need (laptop, monitor, and/or special software) A focus on company-sponsored activities to foster engagement (both virtual and in-person) Waived membership fees for any Hone team members utilizing Hone products *These benefits are available to full-time, regular employees, and not to independent contractors, part-time employees, temporary employees, or interns. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions. Please contact us to request accommodation.