[Hiring] Head of People @Thanx
Head of People @Thanx
Human Resources
Salary $100,000 - $120..
Remote Location
Employment Type full-time
Posted 2mths ago

[Hiring] Head of People @Thanx

2mths ago - Thanx is hiring a remote Head of People. πŸ’Έ Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 cad πŸ“Location: USA, Canada

Role Description

We’re looking for a Head of People to lead and execute our People strategy across the United States and Canada. This is a hands-on, individual contributor leadership role β€” you will set the strategy and also execute it. There is no job too small.

You will own the full employee lifecycle , from hiring through exit, while building scalable, data-driven People programs that support our next phase of growth. You will partner closely with leadership while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day execution.

This role is ideal for someone who has experience in a scaling environment, is highly operational, data-driven, and excited to roll up their sleeves to build and run a high-functioning People organization.

What You’ll Own

  • Employee Experience & Programs
    • Own and execute onboarding programs for employees in the US and Canada
    • Design and run employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and recognition programs
    • Own performance management cycles end-to-end, including timelines, communication, and execution
    • Own the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, development, role changes, and offboarding
    • Continuously improve employee experience using feedback and data
  • Cross-Border HR Compliance
    • Own HR policies and ensure adherence to US federal/state and Canadian provincial employment standards
    • Maintain employee records, documentation, and compliance requirements across both countries
    • Coordinate with legal and payroll providers on employment agreements, policy updates, and terminations
    • Own and update employee handbooks and internal policy documentation
  • People Operations
    • Own employee benefits programs in both the US and Canada
    • Manage employee leave programs (FMLA, provincial leave standards, etc.)
    • Partner with Finance to coordinate payroll processes with external providers
    • Own HRIS accuracy, employee data integrity, and reporting
    • Ensure People systems, workflows, and documentation are scalable and up to date
  • Talent & Hiring Operations
    • Own recruiting operations, including interview coordination, candidate experience, and offer execution
    • Partner with leadership on headcount planning and organizational design
    • Maintain and evolve job descriptions, leveling frameworks, and organizational records
    • Ensure a high-quality, consistent hiring process as the company scales
  • Manager & Employee Support
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on People-related topics
    • Support and coach managers through performance management and employee relations
    • Own talent reviews and performance calibration processes
    • Ensure consistent application of People policies and practices across the company

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of People Operations or HR experience
  • Experience supporting employees in both the US and Canada
  • Experience scaling a company or team in a high-growth environment (bonus for scaling from ~40 to 100+ employees)
  • Strong working knowledge of US multi-state employment law and Canadian employment standards
  • Proven ability to operate as a hands-on IC while setting strategy
  • Strong data orientation and experience using metrics to drive decisions
  • Experience running performance management and talent review processes
  • Highly operational, detail-oriented, and comfortable executing day-to-day work
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced, scaling SaaS environment
  • Strong communication skills and ability to partner cross-functionally

What Success Looks Like

  • People programs are executed consistently and at high quality
  • Employee lifecycle processes are clearly defined, owned, and continuously improving
  • Benefits, payroll coordination, and leave administration operate smoothly
  • Hiring processes are efficient, high-quality, and scalable
  • Performance management and talent reviews drive meaningful outcomes
  • People decisions are informed by accurate data and reporting
  • The organization scales effectively while maintaining a strong employee experience

Compensation

  • US - Tier 1: $140,000 - $165,000 USD
  • US - Tier 2: $130,000 - $150,000 USD
  • US - Tier 3: $115,000 - $135,000 USD
  • Canada - Tier 1: $110,000 - $130,000 CAD
  • Canada - Tier 2: $100,000 - $120,000 CAD

Application Process

This position is an existing vacancy. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening or assessing applications; human review will always remain part of the process.

Ready to change your life? Apply now!

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thanx will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with local requirements.

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