Vice President of People, Second Dinner Studios

• While this is a strategic leadership role, we’re looking for someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves and getting hands-on when needed
• If you're energized by the opportunity to scale a high-impact People function in a remote-first environment and are passionate about fostering an environment where people can do their best work, we’d love to chat with you!
• 10+ years of HR leadership experience, including:
• 4+ years in or leading Talent Acquisition
• 5+ years at the Director level or above
• Proven experience scaling HR & Talent Acquisition functions in high-growth technology or gaming companies
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance requirements, with experience guiding teams responsible for execution
• Strong ability to lead and execute People Operations, Employee Engagement, and Talent Acquisition initiatives
• Experience leveraging HR technology and data analytics to inform decision-making and drive improvements

Desirable

• Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you’ll lead and evolve the people strategies that will define our next chapter in the gaming industry
• As a key member of the leadership team, you’ll shape our remote-first culture during a period of transformative expansion, while leading our accomplished People Operations and Talent Acquisition teams
• This is more than just an HR leadership role – it’s an opportunity to optimize and refine a world-class workplace
• You’ll partner closely with leaders across the company to enhance existing programs, improve efficiencies, and drive continuous improvements in how we attract, develop, and retain the industry’s top talent
• Whether it’s leading a key initiative, solving a complex challenge, or stepping in to support the team, you’ll balance high-level leadership with a willingness to dive in where necessary
• Set the vision and strategy for People Operations, Talent Acquisition, and Learning & Development, ensuring alignment with business goals
• Partner with the executive team to shape and evolve company-wide people strategies and organizational design
• Ensure our compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs remain competitive and effective
• Act as a thought leader on organizational culture, engagement, and employee experience
• Champion initiatives that foster an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace, ensuring our culture and policies support employees of all backgrounds
• Provide strategic guidance and accountability to the People Operations team on HR policies, performance management, and employee relations
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions, working through People team leaders who own execution
• Champion HR technology and analytics improvements, ensuring teams have the right tools and data to drive efficiency and effectiveness
• Be eager to roll up your sleeves to drive best-in-class execution, tackle challenges, and step in when needed to solve problems
• Empower and guide the Talent Acquisition team to refine and optimize recruiting strategies to attract and retain top talent
• Oversee and provide strategic direction for employer branding, onboarding, and candidate experience initiatives
• Lead the overall Learning & Development strategy, ensuring leadership development, career growth, and employee success programs are in place
• Support the succession planning process, ensuring key talent pipelines are nurtured and prepared for future leadership roles