Head of People

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Serve as the primary point of contact and a trusted advisor for all employees, line managers, partners, and leaders.

• Ensure the application of best practices consistently while providing flexibility when necessary.

• Influence and exemplify behaviors throughout the organization.

• Support all aspects of the employee lifecycle as a comprehensive generalist.

• Establish a robust and reliable People function with a small, diverse support team.

• Comprehend, represent, and reinforce company values while influencing culture through People practices.

• Provide and implement an effective generalist “Self Help People Service” utilizing AI and practical technology solutions.

• Enhance hiring speed and quality across the organization by employing strategies tailored for creative and creator-economy talent.

• Collaborate with leaders on succession planning and the development of high-potential team members.

• Introduce activities that promote an inclusive culture.

• Refine employee lifecycle processes and systems, including performance reviews, feedback mechanisms, rewards and recognition, and learning and development.

• Ensure a consistent, compliant, and welcoming onboarding experience for new hires, including during mergers and acquisitions.

• Develop and execute diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

• Design, lead, and propel the people agenda.

• Review, implement, and adapt HR policies in line with local legislation.

• Ensure adherence to local employment laws across various territories.

• Facilitate the integration of new teams into Electrify while maintaining each brand's unique culture.

• Utilize tools such as HiBob, TeamTailor, Deel, TalentDesk, Google Workspace, and Slack.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in human resources at a business partner level within fully remote or hybrid work environments.

• Expertise in best-in-class systems and technology to provide a modern and efficient employee experience for a remote workforce.

• Proven ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.

• Capability to communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive employee information responsibly.

• CIPD qualified (or nearing qualification) or equivalent.

• Bachelor's degree or higher (or relevant industry experience equivalent).

• Familiarity with international employment issues, particularly in the UK, European, and North American markets, including employer-of-record arrangements.

• Experience in acquisitions and post-acquisition integration.

• Background in the media industry.

• Experience working within a high-growth start-up environment.

• Understanding and experience in managing relationships with freelance contractors and other long-term service providers.

• Experience working across various countries and time zones.

• Proven experience operating in an independent role.

• Positive, energetic, enthusiastic, and possessing a can-do attitude.

• Self-motivated, demonstrating initiative to complete tasks and lead projects.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work from anywhere with a tech allowance.

• Flexible working hours.

• Share option program.

• Competitive salary.

• Fully remote work.