Head of People

Summary

Join Finalis as Head of People and play a pivotal role in shaping the company's People Strategy. You will build and lead a world-class recruiting and HR organization, fostering high engagement and retention. Responsibilities include designing and executing initiatives to nurture a high-performance culture, developing retention strategies, creating professional development programs, and overseeing core people operations. You will act as a trusted advisor to leadership on people and culture matters. Success requires exceptional communication, experience leading global teams, and proficiency in Google Workspace. Finalis offers a fully remote work environment, competitive salary, generous paid time off, and professional development benefits.

Requirements

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English
• 5+ years of experience in similar roles, ideally leading global or remote teams
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage shifting priorities and deadlines effectively
• Self-starter with a high sense of urgency, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• A team player with patience, persistence, and a collaborative spirit

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a world-class recruiting organization, enabling us to attract top-tier talent globally
• Develop and scale a world-class People/HR organization
• Foster high engagement, performance, and retention across the company
• Design and execute initiatives that nurture a high-performance culture and drive growth
• Develop retention strategies to ensure top talent remains engaged and invested in Finalis' success
• Create and manage professional development programs to enhance employee skills and career progression
• Implement training initiatives that align with company goals and individual aspirations
• Oversee core people operations, including performance management cycles, compensation and benefits planning, and compliance
• Partner with external advisors to ensure legal and regulatory compliance in a globally distributed workforce
• Optimize HR systems and processes to support scalability and efficiency
• Champion our culture by embedding our core values into every aspect of the Finalists experience
• Drive initiatives that enhance morale while aligning with business objectives
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team on all matters related to people and culture
• Provide guidance on organizational design, change management, and leadership development

Preferred Qualifications

A track record of implementing people strategies in high-growth startups or fast-paced environments

Benefits

• 100% Remote work (Work from wherever you want!)
• Competitive USD salary
• High-Speed Internet expenses allowance
• Generous Paid time-off (Vacation Time!)
• Additional 17 Flex Days (to use in national holidays or personal matters)
• Professional Growth Benefits in our E-Learning Platform (Coursera) (take your skills to the next level!) 🚀
• People Team Partner (to target your roadblocks and customize an action plan for your career path)
• Buddy Program
• Virtual After-Office Activities
• Diverse Culture & Inclusive environment