This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director of Talent & People Operations based in the United States.
This role sits at the core of building and scaling a high-performance, mission-driven organization where people, culture, and operational excellence are deeply interconnected. You will lead the full spectrum of talent and people operations, from recruiting top-tier talent to designing scalable HR systems that support rapid growth. The position blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution, requiring someone who can move seamlessly between high-level workforce planning and day-to-day people operations. You will shape how teams are hired, developed, and supported across the employee lifecycle, ensuring both exceptional employee experience and strong operational rigor. Acting as a trusted partner to leadership, you will help define compensation frameworks, performance systems, and organizational design as the company scales. This is a highly visible role where your work directly impacts culture, retention, and overall company performance.
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Accountabilities:
- Lead end-to-end talent acquisition efforts, partnering with hiring managers to design and execute efficient, high-quality recruiting processes
- Own the full people operations function across the employee lifecycle, building scalable systems, policies, and infrastructure to support company growth
- Design and manage total rewards programs, including compensation structures, benefits administration, and equity alignment
- Develop and optimize onboarding and offboarding experiences that ensure consistency, compliance, and strong employee engagement
- Ensure HR compliance across relevant frameworks and standards, including data privacy, security, and industry-specific regulatory requirements
- Drive performance management processes, including review cycles, feedback systems, and employee development frameworks
- Manage employee relations with discretion and sound judgment, serving as a trusted resource for sensitive matters
- Own HR systems (ATS, HRIS, analytics tools) and ensure seamless integration and accurate people data across platforms
- Partner with leadership on workforce planning, headcount forecasting, and organizational design aligned with business goals
Requirements:
- 7+ years of experience in talent and people operations, including leadership roles in fast-paced startup environments
- Proven experience owning core HR systems such as ATS, HRIS, and performance management platforms
- Strong background in full-cycle recruiting and building candidate-centric hiring processes in collaboration with senior leaders
- Experience operating in complex, distributed environments, including multi-state or compliance-heavy organizations
- Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive employee relations matters including investigations, restructurings, and terminations
- Strong knowledge of HR compliance frameworks and experience working within regulated or standards-driven environments
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and clearly articulate people strategies across all levels of the organization
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple high-impact priorities simultaneously
- Experience leading company-wide initiatives such as compensation redesign, performance frameworks, or HR system transformations
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package including salary, equity, and performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
- Generous PTO policy and flexible work arrangements, including remote work within the United States
- Retirement savings plans with company contributions
- Opportunity to help build and scale a high-impact, fast-growing organization
- Strong emphasis on culture, collaboration, and professional growth
- Exposure to meaningful, mission-driven work with real-world impact
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How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
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