Chief People Officer

Key Responsibilities

HR Infrastructure & Systems

• Lead a tech-first transformation of the People function by introducing, optimizing, and fully leveraging tools, automation, and AI where appropriate
• Evaluate and improve existing systems and processes, with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and quality
• Build a systematic, scalable approach to the People function, replacing ad-hoc processes with frameworks covering employee engagement, talent mapping, workforce planning, and people operations
• Build a highly data-driven function, using analytics to inform decisions across hiring, retention, engagement, and performance
• Own and continuously improve compensation strategy, ensuring fairness, competitiveness, and alignment with company goals

Talent Acquisition and Performance

• Lead recruiting strategy and execution, ensuring we continue to raise the bar on talent and hiring outcomes
• Evolve performance and development frameworks, including reviews, calibration, promotion processes, and individual development planning
• Build proactive workforce planning capabilities to stay ahead of the business' talent needs

Culture & Strategic Partnership

• Strengthen employee experience, building on what works today while addressing gaps as we scale
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing high-judgment input on org design, talent decisions, and sensitive employee matters
• Handle sensitive and complex situations with discretion, sound judgment, and a strong sense of ownership
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure People priorities are tightly aligned with company strategy and execution

Compliance & Risk

• Maintain awareness of and ensure compliance with all relevant federal and state employment laws across our operating footprint
• Maintain and update company policies, handbooks, and HR practices as the regulatory environment and headcount evolve

Qualifications

Experience

• 15+ years of experience in People, Talent, or HR leadership roles, ideally within high-growth, venture-backed companies
• Proven track record of improving and scaling People functions over time
• Experience operating at or near the executive level, with exposure to leadership and board-level discussions
• Strong background across multiple areas of People, including recruiting, performance management, compensation, and org design

Skills & Attributes

• Systems thinker with the ability to diagnose and improve existing processes and platforms
• High judgment and discretion, with the ability to navigate sensitive topics with care and clarity
• Analytical and data-driven, with a focus on using metrics to drive better outcomes
• Strong tech-first orientation, with experience implementing and leveraging People tools, automation, and AI
• Hands-on operator who is comfortable moving between strategy and execution
• Exceptional communicator who can engage effectively with executives and employees at all levels
• Collaborative and low ego, with a strong ability to build trust across the organization
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment

What We Offer

• Base Salary Range: $270,000 - $310,000 per year
• Additional Compensation: This role is eligible for a discretionary performance bonus and equity options
• Benefits: Competitive benefits package