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# People Operations Generalist at Unison

- **Company:** Unison
- **Location:** Omaha Nebraska, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-08-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/unisonhomeownershipinvestors/jobs/8687446002

## Job description

About the role:

We are seeking a motivated and energetic People Operations Associate (HR Generalist) who is excited to meaningfully contribute to a rapidly growing company and People Operations team. You will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks and projects in partnership with the entire People Team as well as our cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate is an all-around utility team player who is enthusiastic, has excellent communication and project management skills, thrives under pressure and deadlines, and wants to work, support and thrive in this important position.

This is a hybrid position with a requirement of 3 full days (Tues-Thurs) in our Omaha, Nebraska office.

Responsibilities:

The People Operations Associate plays a pivotal role in supporting the Human Resources or People Operations team, focused on enhancing the overall employee experience. This position serves as a primary HR contact for all offices and remote employees and is instrumental in various HR functions ranging from recruitment to compliance.

The People Operations Associate will assist in running the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

- Employee Verification and Onboarding: Conduct or acquire background checks and verify employee eligibility. Implement and conduct new hire orientation programs and oversee employee recognition initiatives.
- Record Keeping: Maintain meticulous records, including the employee directory, organizational charts, and all employee records.
- HR Program Administration: Execute routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs, including but not limited to compensation, benefits, leave, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, occupational health and safety, and training and development.
- Employee Relations: Receive employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors across all offices, escalating complex and/or sensitive matters to the Director of People Operations. Participate in disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Review and maintain HR policies and practices to keep up with recommended best practices. Stay informed on trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
- Training and Development: Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. Assist within Onboarding trainings for new employees and contractors.
- Compensation and Payroll:  Responsible for occasionally managing and executing payroll processing and ensuring accurate and timely compensation for all employees. This role requires an understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compensation structures - particularly in California, Nebraska, and multi-state region for some remote employees and consultants.

About you:

- Bachelor’s degree Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field OR relevant related experience required.
- 3+ years of experience in a People Operations or similar environment preferred.
- Proven experience in Human Resources.
- Thorough knowledge of employment laws, including: California, Nebraska, multi-state regulations, and HR best practices.
- Experience processing end-to-end multi-state payroll in ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy, tax compliance, and proper benefit deductions. (ADP Workforce Now & ADP SmartCompliance)
- Experience with Greenhouse Onboarding preferred to streamline new hire paperwork, provisioning, and orientation workflows.
- Experience owning the end-to-end performance review cycle process, with hands-on experience using Lattice (or comparable 360 review software) to set up, track, and execute feedback rounds.
- Highly organized multi-tasker with strong communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills, who operates with exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and professionalism.
- Proficient with Google Suite, Slack or related software.
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

Why join us?

The Unison team draws on a deep and wide range of talent across several disciplines. Visionaries in investment management, product development, and financial technology are joined by innovative real estate and consumer finance experts creating a unique culture.

Perks of the Unison employee include: competitive salaries, 100% paid medical and dental benefits, generous PTO policy, paid parental leave program, and fantastic downtown SF and Omaha locations, as well as being an integral part of a well-funded market leader with incredible momentum.

About us: Unison is a San Francisco-based company that is pioneering a smarter, better way to own your home. Until now, the only way to finance a home was by taking on debt. Through the Unison Agreement, we help homeowners access their equity flexibly with no monthly payments or interest. We enhance home affordability, reduce debt, and deliver a less risky way for homeowners, investors, and society to think about their most important asset - the home. For additional information, visit www.unison.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.

The last few years have been record breaking for Unison. We expanded our offering to 30 states, surpassed the $5B mark in real estate investments and partnered with over 7K customers through our HomeBuyer and HomeOwner programs. This tremendous growth was recognized by the Deloitte Technology Fast500 awards two years in a row as well as being included in the most recent Forbes Fintech50.

Unison provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

We recognize that people come with experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

## About Unison

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Unison offers a home equity sharing model that provides homeowners cash in exchange for a share in their home's future value change, with no interest or monthly payments.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series B, $693M total funding)
- **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, USA
- **Founded**: 2004
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Financial Services, Residential Real Estate, Fintech
- **Target customers**: B2C (homeowners seeking to access home equity without debt)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To optimize home ownership by providing innovative financing alternatives that reduce debt and deliver a less risky way for homeowners, investors, and society to think about their most important asset.

## Products & Services
- **Unison HomeOwner Agreement**: An equity sharing model where homeowners receive cash from their home equity with no interest and no monthly payments. In exchange, Unison shares in a portion of the home’s future value change (positive or negative) when the home is sold or refinanced. Term length is up to 30 years.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding of $693M; Annual Revenue of $20M (estimated)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: F-Prime (led Series B), BlackRock (talent source), Wells Fargo (talent source), LendingClub (talent source)
- **Growth Signals**: Expanded offering to 30 states; surpassed $5B in real estate investments; partnered with over 7K customers; recognized by Deloitte Technology Fast500 awards two years in a row; included in Forbes Fintech50; 20% quarterly growth in job postings.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Unique Product Model**: Pioneered a home equity sharing alternative to debt, with no interest or monthly payments, creating a distinct value proposition in the residential real estate market.
- **Scale & Track Record**: Over $5B in real estate investments and 7K+ customers provide a significant data moat and operational experience.
- **Market Recognition**: Inclusion in Forbes Fintech50 and Deloitte Fast500 signals strong industry validation and brand credibility.
- **Institutional Capital**: $693M in total funding provides a deep capital base for growth and stability.

## Strategic Focus
- **Product Expansion**: Designing and launching new investment vehicles across residential real estate credit markets (ABS, RMBS, CMBS).
- **Technology & Automation**: Building scalable, automated tools for modeling, reporting, and workflow efficiency.
- **Geographic Growth**: Continuing to expand its HomeOwner program into new states.
- **Institutional Investor Engagement**: Developing structured products to attract a broader base of institutional investors.

## Why Work Here
- **Compensation & Benefits**: Competitive salaries; 100% employer-paid medical and dental benefits; generous PTO; paid parental leave; $2K yearly learning stipend; 401(K).
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid model (3 days in-office in San Francisco); offices in San Francisco, CA and Omaha, NE; offers a remote work program for some roles.
- **Culture & Values**: Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; audits products and investment guidelines for fairness; supports housing equity initiatives; monthly half-day off for development.
- **Team & Growth**: 87 employees across 9 countries; strong talent pipeline from companies like BlackRock, Wells Fargo, and LendingClub; 20% quarterly job posting growth indicates scaling.
- **Mission-Driven**: Opportunity to work on a product that directly impacts home affordability and provides an alternative to traditional debt.

## Sources
1. [unison.com](https://www.unison.com/)
2. [unison.com/careers](https://www.unison.com/careers)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/unison-home-ownership-investors)
4. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/unison-unisoncom)
5. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/unisonhomeownershipinvestors/jobs/8310815002)

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