Senior Director, People Operations

Summary

Join Axios, a growth-stage media and technology company, as a Sr. Director of People Operations. You will oversee Total Rewards, People Operations, Employee Experience, and People Systems, reporting to the SVP of People and managing three Directors. This role requires leading and developing a team, fostering a collaborative culture, and making strategic decisions aligned with company goals. You will build and scale programs, ensure compliance, and leverage data to drive improvements. Collaboration with senior leaders and various stakeholders is crucial. The ideal candidate has 15+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in a Director-level role, and a deep understanding of HR compliance and employee experience.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive HR/People experience, with at least 5 years in a Director-level role
• Proven track record overseeing People Operations, Total Rewards, and Workday in a fast-paced environment
• Deep understanding of HR compliance, employee experience best practices, and benefits and compensation strategy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization
• High level of empathy, integrity, and discretion; able to navigate sensitive matters with care and professionalism
• Highly organized with a bias for action and a drive to deliver high-quality work

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Directors across People Operations, Total Rewards, and People Systems
• Foster a collaborative culture that emphasizes innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Professionally handle escalated issues and use your judgment and experience to make decisions as needed
• Understand overall company goals and objectives and align People Operations work to achieve those goals
• Ensure that the design and execution of our People Operations programs support our employees and culture while being compliant and aligned with our financial objectives
• Lead the strategic development of our Total Rewards programs including compensation, benefits, and recognition programs that support talent attraction and retention
• Drive the continued evolution of our Workday system to bring automation and simplification to our work
• Build and scale programs and processes that support a growing, dynamic workforce
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and HR best practices across jurisdictions
• Leverage data and analytics to inform decisions, drive improvements, and communicate impact
• Partner with senior leaders across the company to align People strategies with organizational goals
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless experiences and effective operations

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
• Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
• Dental and vision coverage
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
• One mental health day per quarter
• Annual learning and development stipend
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
• Tele-mental health services through Headspace
• OneMedical membership, including tele-health services
• Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
• Inclusive fertility, hormonal health and family forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
• Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
• Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
• Virtual company-sponsored social events
• A strong and positive work environment
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture