# Head of People

**Company:** [Range Finance](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/range-finance)
**Location:** McLean, VA
**Role:** People Ops
**Experience:** 12+ years
**Skills:** Performance Management, Org Design, Workforce Planning, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Hr Systems, Talent Management, People Strategy
**Posted:** 2026-03-13

> Leads full People/HR strategy for hyper-growth fintech startup, building HR team, performance systems, and culture while partnering with CEO on org design and talent decisions. Requires 12+ years scaling SaaS/tech companies.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Own and execute Range’s People strategy in support of business goals and rapid growth
- Partner with the CEO and executive leadership on org design, workforce planning, and leadership development
- Build and lead the internal HR team, setting clear ownership, expectations, and operating rhythms
- Design and operate performance management systems, review cycles, calibration, and manager enablement
- Establish consistent practices for employee relations, investigations, and performance outcomes
- Define what is owned internally vs. by managers vs. outsourced partners (PEO, vendors)
- Serve as the final decision-maker on complex people matters, balancing business needs, culture, and risk
- Act as a culture steward, ensuring Range’s values and operating principles scale with the organization

## Requirements
- 12+ years of experience
- Experience scaling a fast growing startup
- SaaS, Tech experience

## What Sets You Apart
- Significant experience leading People/HR functions in high-growth environments
- Strong judgment and comfort owning high-stakes decisions with minimal direction
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders and shape company culture
- Deep experience across performance management, employee relations, and org design
- Builder mindset — you enjoy creating systems, not inheriting them

## Benefits
- Health & Wellness: 100% employer-covered medical insurance for employees (75% for dependents), plus dental and vision coverage
- 401(k): Retirement savings program
- Paid Time Off: Dedicated time to reset and recharge plus most federal holidays
- Parental Leave: Comprehensive leave policy
- Meals: Lunch in office 2x week + select meals covered throughout the week
- Fitness: Monthly movement stipend
- Equity & Career Growth: Early exercise eligibility and a strong focus on professional development
- Annual Compensation Reviews: Salary and equity refreshes based on performance
- Boomerang Program: After two years at Range, you can take time away to start your own company. We’ll hold your spot for 6 months - and pause your equity vesting, which resumes if you return

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