Description:
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.
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 (Note: We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.):
- 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
- Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources or closely related field (or equivalent work experience) required
- Preferred Education: Master’s Degree in HR or Business preferred
- Required Experience:
- 15+ years’ experience in an HR leadership role.
- Proven experience in a publicly traded company environment