Senior Manager – People

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

📋 Description

• Collaborate with executive leadership on organizational design, workforce and succession planning, and enhancing organizational effectiveness.

• Own and refine people systems and processes through a data-centric approach, including exploring AI and automation prospects.

• Manage Extend’s internal communication calendar, strategies, and content related to People programs and company-wide initiatives.

• Oversee performance management, talent reviews, compensation planning, and career development initiatives.

• Guide managers in handling employee relations, performance discussions, organizational changes, and leadership challenges.

• Propel People initiatives that enhance engagement, learning and development, retention, and managerial effectiveness.

• Create scalable programs, tools, and resources for manager enablement.

• Evaluate People metrics and trends to propose effective solutions.

• Lead cross-functional projects, including on-site and off-site initiatives.

• Maintain and audit People records along with compliance documentation.

• Mentor members of the People Team and establish best practices.

• Provide support to the team as needed in a small, collaborative setting.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of progressive experience in people-oriented roles within high-growth technology firms.

• Strong background in HR Operations, HR Business Partner roles, or similar experience.

• Proven success in collaborating with, coaching, and influencing executives and senior leaders.

• Experience in leading company-wide talent initiatives, including performance management, compensation, organizational design, and leadership development.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence effectively.

• Exceptional business judgment, balancing employee advocacy with organizational needs.

• Strong project management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities.

• Comfortable with ambiguity and adept at building programs from scratch.

• Collaborative, low-ego mindset with a readiness to engage hands-on.

• Resilient, adaptable, and capable of working efficiently across functions.

• Proficient in utilizing HRIS systems for process enhancement, data management, analytics, and automation prospects.

• Must not require immigration-related sponsorship for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• Stock in a rapidly growing early-stage startup.

• Generous and flexible paid time off policy.

• 401(k) plan with Financial Guidance from Morgan Stanley.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunity to work with a diverse team.