Head of People to architect

We are seeking a strategic yet hands-on Head of People to architect and scale our global people operations across the United States and Europe. You'll be the driving force behind building a high-performing, inclusive, and compliant organization that empowers our teams to thrive as we enter our next phase of growth.This is a player-coach role - blending strategic vision with operational execution. You'll lead a talented HR professional in Europe collaborate closely with our executive team, and build scalable systems that define how we attract, develop, and retains world-class talent.Strategic Leadership & Structure- Build, lead, and scale the HR function across the U.S. and Europe, aligning HR strategy with company goals.- Partner with the CEO and leadership team to develop an organizational structure that supports growth and scalability.- Coach and manage the HR team in Eurpoe, providing mentorship, alignment, and professional development.- Drive company-wide culture initiatives to foster engagement, inclusivity, and alignment with our mission.Talent Acquisition & Employer Brand- Lead full-cycle recruitment across all functions, with a focus on scaling the U.S. and European teams.- Build a strong internal hiring process and enhance our employer brand globally.Performance & Development- Design and implement performance evaluation frameworks, compensation strategies, and career progression paths.- Build and roll out training programs tailored to team needs and state-specific or regional HR regulations.- Support leadership with coaching, goal setting, and learning and development initiatives.Compliance & Operations- Ensure compliance with all U.S. federal and state labor laws as well as European HR regulations.- Oversee payroll management and benefits administration in both regions.- Manage vendor relationships for HR, benefits, payroll, and recruiting services.- Use HR data and metrics to track engagement, retention, and performance trends.Culture & Engagement- Lead programs to strengthen employee engagement and foster a positive, high-performance culture.- Conduct regular pulse surveys and act on feedback to drive continuous improvement.- Ensure consistency in employee experience across both countries.Who You Are- 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including exposure to both U.S. and international (preferably European) operations- Proven success scaling organizations through periods of rapid growth - ideally in tech, SaaS, or hardware/software environments.- Deep understanding of U.S. labor laws and familiarity with European employment frameworks.- Skilled in recruitment, performance management, compensation strategy, and organizational design.- Exceptional communicator with strong leadership presence and stakeholder influence.- Both strategic and hands-on - you enjoy designing systems and seeing them work in practice.- Empathetic, data-driven, and passionate about building high-performance, people-first cultures.- Experienced in managing and developing an HR team.What Success Looks Like- A scalable, compliant HR foundation supporting our global operations.- High engagement, low turnover, and strong alignment with our mission and values.- Efficient, transparent hiring processes that attract and retain top talent.