Chief People Officer

About the role

The Chief People Officer (CPO) is a strategic executive responsible for leading the company's people strategy in alignment with business objectives. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CPO will drive organizational effectiveness, talent strategy, culture, and compliance. This role requires a leader who can balance high-performance culture building with the rigor, governance, and transparency.

What You'll Be Doing

• Executive Leadership & Strategy: Partner with the CEO and Board of Directors (including Compensation Committee) on executive compensation, succession planning, and leadership development; develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with long-term business goals and market expectations; serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management.
• Public Company Governance & Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulatory requirements; partner with Legal and Finance on proxy disclosures, executive compensation reporting, and SEC-related people disclosures; support Board and Compensation Committee materials, including CD&A (Compensation Discussion & Analysis); oversee internal controls related to HR processes in alignment with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
• Talent & Performance Management: Build and lead a high-performing HR organization across Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, HR Business Partners, People Operations, and Learning & Development; oversee executive and enterprise-wide succession planning; drive performance management frameworks tied to company objectives and shareholder value.
• Total Rewards & Executive Compensation: Design and manage competitive compensation and equity programs aligned with public market benchmarks; partner with Compensation Committee on executive compensation philosophy, equity plans, and say-on-pay readiness; ensure transparency and competitiveness of compensation practices.
• Culture, Engagement & DEI: Champion a strong, values-driven culture that supports business performance and employee engagement; lead Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy with measurable outcomes; oversee employee engagement strategies and action planning.
• People Analytics & Reporting: Leverage data and analytics to inform decision-making and provide insights to executive leadership and the Board; develop and report on key workforce metrics, including those relevant to ESG disclosures; ensure accuracy and integrity of people data and reporting.
• Change Management & Transformation: Lead organizational transformations, including M&A integration, restructuring, and scaling initiatives; implement change management strategies to support growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in executive compensation, governance, and Board engagement
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, including SEC disclosures and SOX compliance
• Demonstrated success in scaling organizations and leading through change
• Exceptional executive presence, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• 15+ years' experience in an HR leadership role
• Proven experience in a publicly traded company environment
• Experience in scaling a fast growing organization
• Experience working in large size organization (revenues greater than $800 million)

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources or closely related field (or equivalent work experience) required
• Master's Degree in HR or Business preferred
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP preferred

Pay

The base salary range is $288,000-$360,000, plus bonus potential. The posted salary range in this job posting reflects data based on California's cost of labor analysis. This salary range is subject to change per state; please click here to find the pay differential in your state of residence if the role is remote. Salary is based on a wide range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geographical location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – 100% of premiums covered for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans
• Annual bonus
• 401k match up to 3.5% of contributions
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, Employee Assistance Program, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and additional mental health benefits
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan with company contributions funded with company stock
• Reimbursement for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usage for eligible employees
• Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, and performance-based pay increases
• Charity sponsorships with over $9 million donated to date
• Potential for quarterly KPI bonuses