VP of People

Skills
Conflict ResolutionEmployee RelationsHR PoliciesHuman ResourcesOrganizational EffectivenessPositive Employee RelationsSenior Professional In Human Resources
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Deeply understands both Eastern European & North American cultures
  • Fully own all pillars of People: Hiring, HR, Training and Compensation
  • Certified in either SHRM-SCP or SPHR
  • No requirement for a US work visa
  • Must be able to travel to the US
  • Minimum of 15 years People experience including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role preferably as VP of People
  • Experience managing a team of 15-50 members
  • Previously held a VP position at a tech cloud startup with 200-600 headcount
  • Reported to CEO/COO/CFO not Chief People Officer
  • Ability to work flexible hours
  • Located in the CET timezone with availability to overlap with US working hours

Day to day

  • Oversee the recruitment process to ensure the organization attracts, hires, and retains top talent
  • Implement programs for professional development, leadership training, and career progression to enhance employee skills and engagement
  • Design and manage performance review processes to ensure alignment with organizational goals, providing feedback, and addressing performance issues
  • Develop competitive compensation and benefit plans to attract and retain employees
  • Maintain positive employee relations, resolve conflicts, and ensure a healthy work environment
  • Promote a diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Align the organization’s structure, culture, and workforce with its strategic objectives
  • Ensure the organization complies with all local and country employment laws and regulations
  • Develop, implement and revise HR policies and procedures to meet the organization’s needs and comply with legal standards
  • Use data and analytics to make informed decisions about workforce management, planning, and optimization
  • Foster a positive organizational culture that promotes employee engagement and satisfaction
  • Participate in strategic planning at the executive level, aligning people strategies with business objectives
  • Be the keeper of our culture