Director of People & Talent

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of the People function from start to finish, encompassing hiring, onboarding, development, compensation, and fostering connections within remote teams.

• Manage daily People operations and internal communications.

• Create and implement People programs and processes as the organization expands.

• Spearhead recruitment efforts across Engineering, Bioinformatics, Product, Customer Success, and Marketing.

• Facilitate the onboarding process from the moment an offer is accepted through the employee's first month, collaborating with Finance, IT, and hiring managers.

• Develop consistent onboarding experiences by leveraging existing tools and AI-driven workflows.

• Collaborate with managers to set employee expectations, provide resources, gather feedback, and support development.

• Establish connection rhythms for remote employees, such as off-site gatherings, meetups, and virtual events.

• Revamp company values and integrate them into onboarding, feedback, and recognition processes.

• Manage all-hands meetings, company announcements, and communications related to organizational changes.

• Direct the annual feedback cycle and enhance manager coaching, training, and tools.

• Oversee compensation processes, including benchmarking, salary bands, equity guidelines, and annual reviews.

• Streamline employee records, headcount tracking, payroll coordination, and equity administration.

• Choose and implement an HRIS along with additional People systems.

• Maintain employee policies, the handbook, and all People documentation.

• Handle employee relations, performance issues, role changes, and offboarding procedures.

• Act as the primary point of contact for employee and manager inquiries related to People matters.

• Manage the complete recruiting cycle, hiring priorities, workforce planning, and relationships with recruiters and agencies.

• Execute structured hiring processes in Ashby, from sourcing candidates to scorecards and reporting.

• Mentor hiring managers on role scoping, criteria, and structured feedback approaches.

• Utilize AI and recruiting tools to enhance recruiting efficiency and improve the candidate experience.

• Collaborate with leadership on compensation benchmarking, job offers, and closing candidates.

• Define the People roadmap in partnership with the COO and leadership team.

• Provide guidance on organizational design, leveling, retention strategies, and managerial effectiveness.

• Establish frameworks for leveling, titles, and career paths.

• Analyze recruiting and employee data to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.

• Evaluate People systems and onboarding processes, create a prioritized roadmap, take charge of recruiting, lead the first formal feedback cycle, and manage all-hands and internal communications within the initial 90 days.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in People, HR, and/or Talent Acquisition.

• Experience in an early-stage or rapidly growing startup is highly desirable.

• Proven experience in building or leading a People or Talent function.

• Skilled in creating People processes and programs from the ground up.

• Experience in developing and overseeing onboarding, performance reviews, compensation, and employee development initiatives.

• Proficient in managing internal communications, including all-hands meetings and company-wide announcements.

• Strong full-cycle recruiting background across both technical and non-technical positions.

• Experience with hiring for AI, data, or scientific roles is a plus.

• Demonstrated fluency in AI and its application in daily operations.

• Experience in supporting fully remote teams and cultivating culture without a physical office.

• Ideal candidates will have experience with employees and contractors across multiple countries.

• Possess sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive employee matters.

• Exhibit clear, direct communication skills and credibility with employees, managers, and senior leadership.

• Ability to work autonomously and juggle competing priorities effectively.

• Capability to transition between strategic initiatives and day-to-day tasks.

• Proactive in identifying and addressing organizational needs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.

• Paid time off for vacations and personal days.

• Paid time off for volunteering activities.

• Fully remote working environment.

• Equipment provided to support your work.

• Reimbursements for internet and cell phone expenses.

• Parental bonding leave available.

• Access to private, confidential clinical-grade whole genome sequencing for you and your immediate family.