Barbara Bernstein Email Address

Global Chief Human Resources Officer and Chief People Officer and Human Resources Executive

Magnetar Capital strives to deliver consistent, long-term risk-adjusted returns by investing in and across alternative asset classes. We work to identify new opportunities with a goal of creating a strategic edge in how we source, evaluate and structure our investments, and in the way we risk manage both individual investments and portfolios.

As the senior people leader, I am privileged with many opportunities to advise and influence the CEO and executive team that extend beyond core HR issues. Having honed my HR and managerial expertise in both entrepreneurial and large multi-level organizations, I draw upon best practices combined with innovation and agility to bring breadth and depth to creative solutions that help the company get to “yes” and results. The philosophy and approach that drive my career and successes focus on 3 pillars: 1.Collaborate and shape strategic direction for the business 2.Produce a culture that is empowered to implement that strategy 3.Consistently strive for process improvements and cost effectiveness Re the first pillar, by being recognized as a business executive who heads up HR, I am deeply entwined with the business strategy of the company and bring a positive impact to the bottom line. Having a ‘results’ focus, data and diagnostic abilities, a strong emotional intelligence and intuitive sense have secured me a seat at the table and as a visionary thought partner. Re the second pillar, I have led many cultural transformation initiatives with agility and compassion. The best of cultures is one that is able to produce a workforce that is innovative and self-motivated; shaped by strategic hiring practices, employee engagement and professional development. Re that third pillar, by consistently evolving the HR function, I uncover ways to improve our processes, cost efficiencies, and keep up with changing trends in the market so it continues to be regarded as a highly respected resource. And, finally, my managerial style is embedded in the values of community, ethics, and earned loyalty. I am straightforward yet emotionally sensitive, artful in relating the “hard stuff” to top management so it can be considered.