Head of People

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About the role

The position is at a tech company. As the Head of People, you'll have the opportunity to build and shape the People function that will help scale the company from approximately 130 to more than 300 Alchemists. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization, guiding talent strategy, performance, leadership development, and team growth.

This role is instrumental in defining how our company develops exceptional managers, scales People programs, and remains a destination where world-class talent can do the best work of their careers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the strategic People partner to the executive team, providing guidance on organizational design, leadership development, succession planning, and the company's most critical people decisions.

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• Design, implement, and scale core People programs—including career frameworks, performance management, compensation, and onboarding—with structured processes and repeatable operating rhythms.
• Build, lead, and develop the People team by overseeing hiring, organizational structure, and team growth as our company continues to scale through its Series C stage.
• Own and enhance the manager experience by creating and delivering scalable manager training programs that equip every manager to effectively develop their teams from the moment they begin hiring.
• Champion and strengthen our culture as the organization grows, preserving the qualities that make the company unique while building the infrastructure needed for future expansion.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Human Resources or People functions, including at least 3 years in a leadership role with ownership of a function or major People initiative.
• Demonstrated experience scaling a People function through the 100 to 250+ employee growth stage within a high-growth SaaS or technology company, with firsthand knowledge of the challenges and solutions associated with rapid scaling.
• A builder's mindset with proven experience creating manager development, performance management, compensation, and onboarding programs from the ground up, supported by tangible examples of your work.
• A strong manager-first philosophy, with a demonstrated track record of building effective People functions by developing exceptional leaders.
• Experience serving as a trusted strategic advisor to senior executives, including CEOs and founders, with the ability to navigate high-impact conversations using sound judgment, discretion, and an external perspective.
• Exceptional operational discipline, with experience establishing documented, scalable, and repeatable People processes rather than relying on ad hoc execution.

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• Nice to have: Experience with HiBob or a comparable modern HRIS, a coaching certification or coaching background, and experience supporting international teams or working with Employers of Record such as Deel or Remote.

Benefits

• Remote-first culture – Work from anywhere within ±4 hours of Pacific Time. 
• Medical, dental & vision insurance – 100% of premiums covered for employees, 60% for dependents. HSA and FSA available with employer contribution. International benefits align with local standards. 
• Mental health support – Access to mental health resources and support. 
• Monthly wellness stipend – A monthly stipend for gym memberships, fitness apps, and whatever helps you recharge. 
• Life & disability insurance – Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage available. 
• Flexible PTO – Flexible time off with a minimum annual requirement, because rest is part of doing your best work. 
• Parental leave – Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for expecting parents. 
• $1,000 annual learning stipend – An annual budget for courses, books, conferences, and certifications. 
• Company & team offsites – Company and team bonding trips throughout the year, fully covered by the company. 
• 401(k) with matching – Employer 401(k) matching to help you save for the future.

Pay: $215k to $280k annually.