Vice President, People

The role

The Vice President, People will partner with the Chief People Officer to build strategy, programs, and workplace experience. You will lead Total Rewards, People Systems and HRIS, People Business Partners, and Facilities to support company growth.

What you will do

• Lead and develop the People Business Partner team.
• Own the design, delivery, and evolution of the Total Rewards strategy.
• Oversee People Systems/HRIS for data integrity and reporting.
• Oversee Facilities operations across offices.
• Own the Executive Admin function.
• Partner with the Chief People Officer and executive team on people programs.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Build scalable programs and systems for growth across multiple countries.
• Use data and metrics to guide decision-making and improve employee experience.
• Represent the People function with the Executive Leadership Team and Board.

Required qualifications

• Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a similar relevant field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of progressive People leadership experience, including direct oversight of Total Rewards and HRIS/People Systems.
• Proven experience leading and developing People Business Partner teams.
• Strong knowledge of compensation design, benefits administration, and People systems/technology.
• Impeccable communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and People compliance requirements.
• High emotional intelligence, sound judgment operating with ambiguity, and a demonstrated track record developing future leaders.
• Demonstrated command of 8am's Core Values, especially We Find a Way and Work Smart, Win Fast.
• Comfortable operating as a trusted advisor and occasional stand-in for the Chief People Officer, including at the ELT and Board level.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including a 100% company-paid HDHP plan.
• Annual bonuses.
• Equity options.
• 401(k) or RRSP with company match.
• Flexible Time Off.
• Paid holidays.
• Parental leave program.
• Wellness stipends, mental health support, and one-on-one nutrition coaching.
• Continuous learning through 8am.edu, leadership programs, and professional development funds.
• Charitable matching gift program.
• Paid time off for volunteer service and company-sponsored volunteer events.
• Virtual and in-person team-building events, Rise & Shine Award of Excellence Program, and a peer-to-peer appreciation platform.

About the company

8am (formerly AffiniPay) is a professional business platform built to help legal, accounting, and other client-focused professionals run stronger, more profitable businesses. The company provides purpose-built solutions to simplify operations, ensure compliance, and fuel profitable growth.