Head of Talent

Summary

Join Thoughtful AI as the Head of Talent and play a pivotal role in shaping the company's talent strategy during a period of rapid growth. Your mission is to design and implement programs that maximize new hire productivity and ensure efficient onboarding. You will oversee talent retention, fostering a culture of performance and growth. This leadership position requires experience in high-performance organizations to build scalable programs for onboarding and retaining top talent. You will own the post-hire employee experience, creating a culture of excellence and positioning Thoughtful AI as a place to grow and thrive. You will be a strategic leader, partnering with department leaders to align strategies with organizational goals. Success in this role requires a proven track record in a hyper-growth environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Operations, Finance or a related field, or eight years of equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of experience in talent management, onboarding, or a related field, with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of success in a hyper-growth technology environment, competitive investment banking, or management consulting organizations, navigating demanding, high-performance cultures
• Experience designing and implementing onboarding and retention programs that deliver measurable business outcomes
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• The ability to host and coordinate regular IRL onboarding sprints (akin to bootcamps) to jumpstart new employee onboarding and ramp-up

Responsibilities

• Build and Lead Talent Onboarding Programs
• Design and execute comprehensive onboarding programs that accelerate speed to productivity, embedding new hires into Thoughtful AI’s mission, culture, and operating rhythm
• Drive Talent Retention
• Develop and implement strategies to foster a high-performance culture, ensuring employees feel supported, engaged, and inspired to grow within the organization
• Operationalize Scalability
• Create scalable onboarding processes that can evolve with the company, ensuring consistency and excellence as we grow rapidly
• Enhance Employee Development
• Collaborate with leadership to design and execute talent development initiatives, including training programs, mentorship opportunities, and career pathing
• Act as a Strategic Partner
• Partner with department leaders to align onboarding and retention strategies with organizational goals, providing insights and recommendations to enhance team performance
• Foster a Culture of Feedback
• Establish mechanisms for gathering and responding to employee feedback, ensuring continuous improvement in the talent experience
• Own Metrics and Analytics
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to onboarding success, employee engagement, and retention, using data to drive continuous improvement
• Be a Cultural Champion
• Embody and promote Thoughtful AI’s values, ensuring that our culture remains a competitive advantage as we scale

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience scaling talent programs in a technology, investment banking, or management consulting organization
• Deep understanding of the unique challenges of high-growth environments and how to navigate them
• A creative problem-solver with a passion for designing innovative talent solutions
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to leverage data to inform strategy

Benefits

• Market-leading base salary and bonus
• Employee stock options
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents
• Three weeks of paid time off per year to recharge and disconnect