Principal Associate, HR Business Partner- Capital Markets

Roles and Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to build effective relationships, manage stakeholders, and understand business imperatives to execute on HR solutions aligned with the business needs.
• Proactively explore, pilot, and integrate emerging technologies, including AI and machine learning tools, to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of core HR processes and talent strategies.
• Support the planning and delivery of core HR processes ranging from performance and talent management, leadership development, change management, and organizational design.
• Develop walk‑around decks, communications, data analysis, and training materials to prepare managers and associates; may include facilitator or “train the trainer” sessions.
• Leverage data‑driven insights to problem‑solve and consult on strategic initiatives across the broader Capital Markets organization.
• Explore Capital Markets industry trends and share best practices to continuously improve offerings.
• May require occasional travel.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification.
• At least 2 years of client‑facing experience or at least 2 years of consulting experience or a combination.
• At least 2 years of experience in Human Resources.
• At least 2 years of experience in Google Suite products.

• Bachelor’s Degree or military experience.
• Professional Human Resources Certification or Project Management Professional Certification or a combination.
• 3 + years of client‑facing experience or 3 + years of consulting experience or a combination.
• 3 + years of experience in Human Resources or Human Capital Consulting.
• 1 + year of experience in Project or Process Management.

The minimum and maximum full‑time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

• McLean, VA: $120,800 – $137,900 for Principal Associate, HR Business Partner

This role is eligible to earn performance‑based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long‑term incentives (LTI).

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Eligibility varies based on full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level.

Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) and is committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries.