Executive Director, People Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Execution of the People Strategy
• Operationalize the People Strategy set by the CPO, translating strategic priorities into actionable programs and initiatives
• Partner with People leadership and business leaders to align talent strategy with growth objectives and financial goals
• Confirm alignment between People, Corporate Strategy, and VCP initiatives to drive enterprise impact
• Lead execution of IPO-related People initiatives, including workforce strategy, governance, and readiness activities
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CPO and executive leadership on organizational effectiveness and workforce strategy
• Drive Operational Excellence Across the People Organization
• Lead the day-to-day operations of the People organization, driving efficiency, consistency, and scalability across segments and geographies
• Design and optimize HR operating models, service delivery frameworks, and core People processes
• Lead workforce change initiatives, including restructuring, transformation, and M&A integration support
• Build and lead a high-performing People Operations function with strong program management, execution rigor, and accountability
• Support executive leadership and Board readiness through talent reporting, workforce insights, and leadership transition support
• Transform People Operations Through Data, Technology & Innovation
• Partner with the CIO and technology teams to implement and optimize HR technology platforms, including HRIS and workforce analytics tools
• Drive the integration of AI, automation, and digital solutions to modernize HR processes and improve service delivery
• Lead workforce analytics and reporting, developing dashboards and insights to inform decision-making (e.g., QBRs, MBRs)
• Use data to identify workforce trends, risks, and opportunities, enabling proactive management of talent and organizational health
• Drive continuous improvement across People processes through technology, data, and operational innovation
• Establish scalable infrastructure and processes to support a growing, global, and increasingly complex organization

What You Will Need

• 15+ years of experience in HR, People Strategy, or organizational leadership roles
• Proven experience leading large-scale People operations, transformation, or enterprise HR functions
• Strong expertise in organizational design, workforce strategy, and enterprise transformation
• Deep experience in process optimization, service delivery models, and HR operating model design
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence C-suite and Board-level stakeholders
• Expertise in HR technology, including HRIS platforms, automation, and AI-enabled solutions
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and change management leadership capabilities
• Understanding of the business drivers behind workforce and organizational strategy