VP, People Operations

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

📋 Description

• Collaborate with the CPO to convert business priorities into actionable People strategies.

• Provide guidance to executive and functional leaders on workforce planning, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and challenges related to people.

• Spearhead the Quarterly ELT Talent and Organizational Business Review.

• Identify emerging talent and organizational issues, offering recommended solutions.

• Oversee the People Operations strategy and its operating model.

• Develop scalable systems, processes, governance, operating rhythms, performance metrics, and accountability measures.

• Manage complex strategic initiatives from business case development to implementation, including change management and results measurement.

• Drive continuous improvement and AI transformation, encompassing AI education, training, and upskilling.

• Provide leadership for HR Operations, HR Business Partners, employee lifecycle programs, People systems, data governance, and operational compliance.

• Create and expand a strategic HRBP operating model.

• Direct performance management, talent calibration, succession planning, leadership development, and employee experience initiatives.

• Collaborate with the CPO and Finance on compensation strategy, workforce planning, and organizational design.

• Deliver actionable workforce data and analytics.

• Navigate complex employee relations issues and organizational changes.

• Lead and nurture a high-performing People team through coaching, empowerment, feedback, and career development.

• Enhance leadership capabilities and succession strength within the People organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 15 years of progressive People/HR experience, including senior leadership roles across various HR disciplines.

• Previous VP-level experience or an equivalent scope is highly preferred.

• Demonstrated career stability with multiple instances of 3+ years of sustained tenure in the last decade.

• Proven track record in building, scaling, and transforming People teams, operating models, and programs in high-growth technology or similarly dynamic environments.

• Capability to independently manage complex, cross-functional initiatives from strategy and planning through execution, adoption, and measurable business impact.

• Demonstrated fluency in AI and hands-on experience in applying AI to enhance business outcomes.

• Ability to advocate for AI adoption, build organizational capabilities, and lead AI training and upskilling initiatives.

• Proficiency in building high-performing teams, developing future leaders, and empowering direct reports through coaching, delegation, and accountability.

• Strong executive presence, business acumen, and organizational judgment.

• Ability to influence senior leaders, constructively challenge, and translate People insights into actionable business strategies.

• Experience in leveraging People technology, workforce analytics, AI, and automation.

• Comfort engaging with senior leaders and operating in dynamic, ambiguous environments.

🏝️ Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Competitive compensation package, including RSUs (Restricted Stock Units) for all employees.

• Remote-first work environment with flexibility and autonomy.

• Regular team on-site meetings, company-wide events, and intentional gatherings.

• Generous health and welfare plans, including one employer-paid employee-only plan.

• Best-in-class Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contribution.

• Affordable vision and dental plans for employees and their families.

• Paid Parental Leave for birth, adoptive, and foster parents.

• One year of diaper delivery for the newest addition to the family.

• Recurring monthly allowance for phone and internet expenses.

• Enhanced fertility and GLP-1 benefits.

• Annual Learning & Development stipend for professional growth, certifications, and continued education.