VP of People

GC AI

. Lead GC AI’s People function end-to-end through rapid, sustained scaling .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $265,000 - $365,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading and scaling People functions within high-growth technology companies, with a strong focus on building foundational programs in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations. Proven ability to partner with executives on organizational design and navigate complex people challenges while fostering a scalable culture and employee experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

12+ Years Of People/HR ExperienceExperience Leading People Function In High-Growth TechnologyStrong Experience In Compensation And LevelingProven Ability To Build Foundational People ProgramsGenuine Passion For AI In People Operations

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsCompensation FrameworksWorkforce PlanningOrganizational DesignHRIS MigrationComplianceBenefits AdministrationJob Architecture

Soft Skills

Strong JudgmentCommunication SkillsCoaching LeadersNavigating Sensitive Employee Situations

Tools & Technologies

HR TechnologyPeople Reporting And AnalyticsAI Applications In People Operations

Industry Keywords

High-Growth Technology CompanyEmployee Experience ProgramsScalable CultureInternational TeamsPEO Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead GC AI’s People function end-to-end through rapid, sustained scaling
Report to the COO and partner with the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and senior leadership
Assess the current People landscape and build a sequenced roadmap
Own HR operations, talent, benefits and total rewards, compliance, employee relations, and talent acquisition
Hire, build, and manage the People team
Partner on organizational design and workforce planning, including headcount, team structure, role clarity, and leadership needs
Coach executives and managers through organizational, performance, and people challenges
Own the Talent function, workforce planning, hiring, leveling, and compensation guidance
Own benefits and total rewards, including open enrollment, PEO and international benefits administration, compensation philosophy, job architecture, leveling, and compensation frameworks
Drive performance management, calibration, feedback, and promotions
Lead employee relations, including performance and conduct issues, leaves, accommodations, investigations, and exits
Build scalable culture and employee experience programs, including onboarding and manager enablement
Build infrastructure for immigration and mobility, People reporting and analytics, employee self-service, and HR technology
Evaluate and lead an HRIS migration
Identify and implement AI and LLM applications across People operations and workflows
Own HRIS and HR operations strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of People/HR experience
Experience leading or building a People function at a high-growth technology company
Experience scaling a People function through a similar stage of growth from ~50–300+ employees
Proven ability to build foundational People programs and infrastructure from the ground up
Strong experience across compensation and leveling, benefits, performance management, employee relations, and employment compliance
Experience partnering with executives on organizational design, workforce planning, and complex people decisions
Experience building and managing a People team, with willingness to stay hands-on while the function is lean
Strong judgment and communication skills
Ability to coach leaders and navigate sensitive employee situations
Genuine passion for AI and experience experimenting with and applying AI across the People function
Experience supporting distributed or international teams
Legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada
Ability to travel to working sessions and offsites in other hub cities for up to one week per quarter (~10%)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision — Comprehensive coverage for you and your family
Life & Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Parental Leave
Continuous Development — Up to $3,000/year for job-related learning & development
In-Office Meals — DoorDash credits for breakfast, lunch & dinner
Paid Time Off — 15 PTO days + 5 sick days, with opportunities to accrue more
Company Holidays — 15 company holidays + 3 additional “Me Days”
Home Office Setup — $500 for new hires to build out their workspace
Cell Phone Reimbursement — $50/month toward your phone bill
Relocation Support
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