VP OF HUMAN RESOURCES

About the Role

This position is an equity-only opportunity with no salary, reporting directly to the CEO. The Vice President of Human Resources will be a key member of the executive team, overseeing all aspects of the HR function for a Chicago-based team specializing in digital marketing, mobile strategy, and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that align with the company’s overall objectives and promote a positive work environment.
• Lead and mentor the HR team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Oversee talent acquisition efforts, including recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes, to attract and retain top talent.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, including employee recognition programs, surveys, and feedback mechanisms to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and career development plans.
• Manage compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness in the market and compliance with legal requirements.
• Lead efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization, fostering a culture of respect and belonging for all employees.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters, including employee relations issues, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Stay abreast of HR trends, best practices, and legal requirements, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare and present HR-related reports and metrics to the executive team and board of directors, highlighting key insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in HR leadership roles, with a proven track record of success in developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into HR initiatives and drive organizational change.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with start-ups.
• Ability to diagnose problems quickly and foresee potential issues.
• Strategic thinking to develop long-term HR plans that align with business objectives.
• Ability to lead organizational change initiatives and effectively manage transitions within the company (Change Management).
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and internet applications (or Mac platform Numbers, Keynote, and Papers).
• Genuine enthusiasm for and interest in working with people.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment under strict time constraints.
• Reliable and detail-oriented.

Location: Chicago, Illinois