VP of HR

Ceresti Health

. Partner with the CEO and executive team to build a people strategy aligned to company growth, operating plan, and investor milestones .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and executing people strategies that align with company growth, including high-volume recruiting, employee engagement, and compliance with multi-state employment laws. Proven ability to manage HR functions, vendor relationships, and develop compensation and performance management systems for a remote workforce.

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High-Volume RecruitingMulti-State Employment LawHRIS ManagementEmployee EngagementCompensation Strategy

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Hard Skills

Organizational Structure DesignCompensation Bands DevelopmentPerformance Management ImplementationOnboarding Program DevelopmentSuccession PlanningEquity Programs ManagementRecruiting Metrics ReportingCompliance ManagementVendor ManagementGoal-Setting Processes

Soft Skills

Leadership DevelopmentCommunication SkillsStrategic ThinkingPresentation SkillsEmployee Relations

Tools & Technologies

Applicant Tracking SystemHRISPayroll SystemsPEOBenefits Management

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-SCPSPHRBachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ComplianceDigital HealthValue-Based CareMedicare AdvantagePE-Backed Companies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the CEO and executive team to build a people strategy aligned to company growth, operating plan, and investor milestones
Design organizational structure, headcount plans, and leveling frameworks
Advise the CEO and leaders on organizational effectiveness, leadership development, and succession
Report people metrics to the CEO and Board
Build and run scalable recruiting for high-volume and specialized roles
Own employer brand, candidate experience, and applicant tracking system
Manage recruiting vendors and agencies
Develop compensation bands, incentive plans, and equity programs
Select and manage benefits, PEO, payroll, and HRIS vendors
Ensure equitable and compliant pay practices across states
Implement goal-setting, performance management, and feedback processes
Build onboarding, training, and career development programs for a remote workforce
Foster employee engagement and retention
Ensure compliance with federal and multi-state employment law
Maintain HR policies, handbook, and documentation; lead employee relations and investigations
Support HIPAA workforce training and healthcare compliance requirements
Lead people workstreams for financings, M&A, or new business structures
Deliver first-year outcomes including scalable recruiting, company-wide compensation and performance systems, improved retention and engagement, and compliant HR infrastructure

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of progressive HR experience
5+ years leading the HR function at a senior level
Experience as the head of HR at a venture- or PE-backed company through rapid growth
Track record building high-volume recruiting and retention programs alongside specialized and executive hiring
Deep knowledge of multi-state employment law
Experience managing a fully remote workforce
Hands-on experience selecting and managing HRIS, ATS, payroll, PEO, and benefits vendors
Strong business and financial acumen
Comfortable presenting to a CEO and Board
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
Preferred: experience in healthcare, digital health, or value-based care, including clinical or care-team workforces
Preferred: experience supporting Medicare Advantage, payer, or provider-facing organizations
Preferred: some public company experience
Preferred: SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification
Preferred: experience with equity plans, financings, or M&A integration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and benefits
Fully remote work
Supportive, collaborative culture
Mission-driven work with measurable impact
Executive leadership role with direct partnership with the CEO