Role overview:
We are looking for a Senior Vice President of People to join our executive team at Pelago to spearhead the development of our people and talent organization. You will work closely with executives and leaders across the organization to develop and execute forward-thinking people strategies that align with our overall mission and goals. Your ability to think strategically and innovate will be important in creating a holistic approach to the employee lifecycle, from talent acquisition and onboarding to performance management, learning and development, and employee engagement. You are especially adept at leading and supporting organizations to and through major milestones and cultivating a successful culture. You have robust knowledge and a strong point of view on how to advise and mentor the best leadership team in the business.
In this role, you will
- Build a high-performing people team across different stages in the business and champion when and where we invest as the company grows.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive philosophy and framework for setting, tracking, and evaluating performance metrics aligned with the company's strategic goals.
- Use data-driven insights to guide talent management strategies, including hiring, training, and development initiatives.
- Develop and execute strategies to attract top talent and showcase a clear understanding of recruiting best practices to build high-performing teams.
- Establish robust foundations, systems, and processes for a data-driven people and talent function, fostering a culture of accountability and measurable results.
- Partner with executives and leaders across all departments to deliver strategic workforce planning and ensure alignment between people strategies and business objectives.
The background we're looking for:
- Proven track record of building and coaching exceptional leaders at all levels of an organization.
- Experience in building and maintaining a thriving culture within a best-in-class company.
- Process-oriented mindset with the ability to develop and lead end-to-end processes that drive results.
- Innovative strategic thinking and the ability to anticipate future needs and opportunities.
- Strong data-driven decision-making skills and a results-oriented approach.
- First-principles thinking: The ability to identify novel and innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- High emotional intelligence and the ability to build strong relationships across the organization.
- Passion for our company's mission and values, with a deep commitment to driving organizational success.
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