VP of People Operations

About the Company

true[X] is a technology company building the next generation of advertising products and experiences for premium video.

We empower a value exchange engagement advertising and measurement platform for premium publishers across connected TV, mobile, and desktop devices. 

Since its founding, true[X] has committed to advancing three core principles in its products and in the broader industry: quality, accountability, and transparency, driven by a core belief that all are necessary for ensuring a better consumer experience.

Every true[X] decision is guided by an understanding of human attention.

About the Job

Reporting to the COO, the VP of People Operations serves as the strategic people operations leader and operational practitioner for the company to drive the business forward in line with the company’s strategic priorities.  Responsible for all aspects of people operations in the organization including talent processes, payroll and benefits, compliance, recruitment, employee relations, training and development, and comapny policies. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Strategic Organizational Leadership including Organizational Design, Workforce Planning, and Change Management.
• Talent Strategy and Leadership
  • Design and implement effective and appropriate talent management processes, systems and tools to support a high performing culture.  This includes performance management, compensation, recruitment, training and development, and engagement.   
  • Partner with Leaders to ensure that staffing structure aligns with strategic and programmatic priorities and best utilizes the resources available 
  • Ensure all critical roles are identified and filled as needed
  • Proactively work with business leaders to direct strategic workforce planning initiatives
• Change & Culture Leadership
  • Partner with the executive team to articulate our DEI vision and roadmap; lead efforts to deliver on objectives and initiatives.
  • Constantly challenge the status quo and look for ways to do things better and more efficiently.
  • Plan for and help manage changes across the enterprise. 
  • Sustain and continuously evolve the culture to support company strategy. 
• People Operational Excellence
  • Translate the strategic and tactical business plans into People Operations strategic and operational plans. 
  • Link People Operations processes and systems to overall company mission, vision, and values
  • Build and lead an effective, respected and lean People Operations team that is business savvy, and results-oriented. 
  • Responsible for People Operations core processes and administration including payroll, benefits, employee data management, and regulatory compliance.   
  • Establish, maintain and enforce company policies and procedures.   
• Responsible for employee relations management including consultation and training, implementing proactive best practices, and coaching executives and managers. 

Who you are:

• Leader – You will act as a business leader with an entrepreneurial mindset that creates solutions and challenges the status quo.  The ability to lead in an effective and trustworthy way is important.

• Influencer – You have highly developed influencing and communication skills, listening skills, and the presence, experience, and bearing to effectively represent the company to a variety of audiences. 
• Practitioner – You are a well-balanced leader who can roll up their sleeves and focus on the detail while also grasping and supporting the big picture.
• Talent and Team Builder – You have the proven ability to develop talent and high performing teams as well as foster a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, included and valued.
• Problem Solver – You objectively analyze issues as they arise and take the necessary steps to overcome problems the organization faces.
• Juggler — You are able to manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously with strong organization skills and attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business or related field  
• 15 years of progressive HR leadership experience in a rapidly changing, growth-orientated, and performance driven environment.
• Experience providing strategic direction and oversight of the HR function and serving as an advisor/confidant to senior leaders.   
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office applications with particularly developed skills in Excel, and PowerPoint 
• Strong business acumen; knowledge about how businesses work, business trends and how strategies and tactics work in the marketplace.   
• Demonstrated ability to manage the budget and other financial measures of the Human Resources Department.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in HRIR or PHR certification preferred 
• Experience in the software industry preferred

Benefits & Perks:

It’s no secret that we work hard, but we also strive to create an environment where the lines between work and play are blurred.

This means we offer these great perks to help keep our team healthy, productive, and happy.

• 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, as well as life insurance and disability coverage
• Unlimited paid time off
  – we trust your discretion
• Opportunities for profit sharing, bonuses, and ownership
• 401(k) plan plus company match 
• Cell phone reimbursement and subsidized gym membership
• Annual professional development stipend 

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment.

true[X] is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.