Head of People

Accountabilities

• Represent and reinforce organizational values, helping shape a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture through all People practices.

• Lead the People agenda and serve as a central point of contact and trusted advisor for employees, managers, partners, and leadership.

• Build an efficient, accessible generalist People service, using AI and practical technology solutions to improve employee support and streamline everyday HR processes.

• Improve recruitment processes across the organization, developing approaches that attract creative and creator-economy talent and make hiring more effective.

• Partner with leaders on succession planning, talent development, and identifying and supporting high-potential employees.

• Design and implement culture-building initiatives that strengthen relationships, employee engagement, and cohesion across distributed teams.

• Develop and optimize employee lifecycle processes, including performance reviews, feedback mechanisms, rewards and recognition, and learning and development.

• Ensure a consistent, compliant, and welcoming onboarding experience for new employees, including scalable processes for acquisitions and post-acquisition integration.

• Develop and implement diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that support an inclusive workplace.

• Review, design, and adapt HR policies and procedures to meet business needs and comply with local employment legislation.

• Ensure employment practices remain compliant across multiple countries and jurisdictions, with particular attention to international workforce requirements.

• Use HR technology and systems to improve operational efficiency and deliver a seamless employee experience.

• Support the integration of newly acquired teams while respecting their individual identities, working practices, and creative cultures.

• Manage and coordinate the People function's systems and tools, including HRIS, recruitment platforms, international employment solutions, freelancer management systems, and collaboration tools.

Requirements:

• At least 8 years of Human Resources experience at HR Business Partner level or equivalent, ideally in fully remote or hybrid international organizations.

• Proven experience supporting fast-growing businesses through organizational development, scalable HR processes, and culture-building initiatives.

• Strong knowledge of modern HR systems and technology, with the ability to create efficient employee experiences for a distributed workforce.

• Experience managing international employment matters, particularly across the UK, European, and North American markets.

• Familiarity with employer-of-record arrangements and the complexities of managing an international workforce.

• Experience supporting acquisitions and post-acquisition integration, including bringing new teams into an established organization while preserving their culture.

• Strong understanding of employment legislation and the ability to develop compliant HR policies across multiple jurisdictions.

• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage several priorities simultaneously and maintain strong attention to detail.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work confidently with employees, managers, senior leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion, sound judgment, and integrity.

• A proactive, self-driven mindset, with the confidence to make decisions, take initiative, and lead projects independently.

• Positive, energetic, and adaptable approach, with enthusiasm for working in an agile and evolving environment.

• CIPD qualification, near qualification, or equivalent professional credentials.

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent relevant professional experience.

• Nice to have: Experience in media, digital content, or the creator economy.

• Experience working in a high-growth startup or entrepreneurial environment.

• Familiarity with managing freelance contractors and long-term service provider relationships.

• Experience supporting teams across multiple countries and time zones.

• Experience operating as a standalone or first dedicated People leader.

Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary of €100,000–€120,000, depending on experience, converted into the currency of the employee's country of residence.

• Fully remote working arrangement, with the flexibility to work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection.

• Technology allowance to support remote working.

• Flexible working hours suited to an internationally distributed team, primarily based in Western European time zones.

• Share option program.

• Opportunity to take ownership of important People initiatives and shape the function's development.

• Dynamic, entrepreneurial environment offering opportunities for professional growth and learning.

• Inclusive workplace culture that values diverse perspectives, innovation, and positive change.

• Opportunities to participate in employee resource initiatives, social activities, and impact projects.