Head of People

About the role

We’re looking for a strategic, people-first leader to join our team as a Head of People. This person will oversee Human Resources, Recruiting, and Workplace Experience, shaping the culture and programs that make Closinglock one of the best places to work. You’ll be the architect of our employee experience—from hiring and onboarding to engagement, development, and retention, ensuring our people feel supported, motivated, and proud to be part of our journey.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the Human Resources leader at Closinglock, owning all aspects of the employee lifecycle.
• Build and execute a people strategy that aligns with Closinglock’s growth goals and values.
• Develop programs that enhance employee engagement, performance, and retention.
• Drive initiatives around company culture, employee recognition, and professional development.
• Oversee recruiting operations to attract and hire top talent across all departments.
• Partner with leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and performance management.
• Manage compensation, benefits, and compliance to ensure a competitive and equitable workplace.
• Lead initiatives that make Closinglock an inspiring, supportive, and fun place to work

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations, or a related field.
• Experience scaling people programs at a fast-growing tech or startup environment.
• Deep understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and organizational design.
• A strong communicator who can build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Passion for building culture, fostering belonging, and creating meaningful employee experiences.
• Strategic mindset with a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude—someone who can lead with vision but isn’t afraid to get into the details

Location

This is a full-time, in-person position in our Austin, TX office.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Equity compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) match
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Fully-subsidized downtown parking
• Weekly lunch stipend
• Full access to onsite gym and locker rooms
• Monthly team get-togethers (Lunches, social events, sports outings, etc)

Company Culture

We are rapidly expanding our team and are seeking exceptional talent. Our current team is comprised of top performers across the board, and we will continue to hire in this manner. We firmly believe that top performers want to work with other top performers. We have a lot of fun at work because we trust each other and respect each other's talents, abilities, and experiences. We are hyper-focused on a shared vision, and our company's strength is based on the unparalleled quality of our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Closinglock is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.