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 organization, develop a high-performing HR team, and foster a culture of engagement and retention. Responsibilities include designing and executing initiatives to enhance employee performance, creating professional development programs, overseeing core people operations, and acting as a strategic advisor to leadership. You will collaborate closely with various stakeholders to implement innovative people strategies and ensure compliance. This role requires strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, along with experience in similar roles, ideally leading global or remote teams. Finalis offers a fully remote work environment, competitive salary, generous paid time off, and various professional development opportunities.

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