Head of People Operations

About GrowthLoop

GrowthLoop's mission is to unleash the growth potential of the world's most innovative brands by closing the loop between people, data, and AI. Founded and led by former Google executives, GrowthLoop powers the workflow of thousands of marketers at enterprises like Google, Albertsons, Ford, Allegro, Indeed, and Priceline to grow faster with agentic AI and drive compounding business growth.

We're building the first Compound Marketing Engine—AI-powered software that radically shortens the marketing iteration cycle and unlocks exponential growth for our customers. We are an AI-first company and our culture is rooted in six core values that guide how we build and grow:

Braveheart – People over process.

Friendly Genius – Humble learners with a growth mindset.

I <3 Customer – Empathetic builders who care deeply about user impact.

Eye of the Hurricane – Calm, ambitious, and resilient amid chaos.

Make It So – Urgent, accountable, and biased toward action.

Breakfast Club – Collaborative, kind, and committed to shared success.

Our Mission

GrowthLoop aspires to unleash the growth potential of the world's most innovative brands with our compound marketing engine, closing the loop between people, data, and AI.

How We Work

• We plan, prepare, prospect, learn, and close - we work hard together.
• We bring a Learner's mindset to everything we do.
• We believe in the power of collaboration, innovation, and gratitude.
• Our love for our customers drives us to go the extra mile and build the best products for them.
• We ship with urgency and extreme ownership.
• Our culture and people are our greatest strength.
  
  

The Opportunity

GrowthLoop is growing quickly, and we're hiring a Head of People Operations to build and lead our people function. This role will be responsible for the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, compliance, compensation, and culture.

You will report directly to the CEO and act as a strategic partner to the executive team. The ideal candidate is experienced in scaling HR operations in high-growth, remote environments and is comfortable working across both strategic planning and day-to-day execution. You'll build systems, support managers, ensure compliance, and create programs that help retain and develop a strong, values-aligned team.

What You'll Do

• Create and scale best-in-class talent acquisition and recruiting programs
• Drive recruiting operations—overseeing offer letters, background checks, references, and recruiter performance.
• Lead thoughtful, efficient onboarding and offboarding experiences.
• Manage compensation structure, levels, and calibration in partnership with leadership.
• Own and scale core people systems, including HRIS, payroll, onboarding, performance, and engagement tools.
• Oversee benefits programs, including open enrollment and vendor relationships.
• Maintain compliance across employment laws, states, and HR policies.
• Partner with legal on immigration matters (OPT, visa-sponsorships, others).
• Equip managers with frameworks and tools for performance, feedback, and growth.
• Build internal mobility programs and career development pathways.
• Lead performance review cycles and performance improvement plans.
• Be the go-to for employee questions on benefits, payroll, and policies.
• Champion culture, engagement, and inclusivity throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive alignment, communication, and organizational health.
  
  

What We Look For

• 7+ years running people operations / HR at companies with 80+ employees
• 5+ years of management experience with a partner/coach mindset
• Strong operator with a builder's mindset—thriving at taking things from 0→1 and 1→100
• Expert knowledge of HR practices including compensation, benefits, and policies
• Working knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Strategic thinker who anticipates company needs and acts proactively
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills at all organizational levels
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships while maintaining confidentiality
• Outstanding communication skills—simplifying complex concepts with clarity
• Self-starter with high motivation who thrives in complex environments
• Exceptional prioritization skills to manage competing demands
• Bias toward action, especially exceptional talent acquisition and development
• Genuine passion for people and culture—deeply committed to building an environment where people thrive
• Skilled in using People Analytics to drive data-informed decisions and identify workforce trends and opportunities.
  
  

The expected salary range for this r.ole is $155,000-$185,000 USD. The total compensation will also include equity in the company. Final base salary decisions will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors unique to each candidate, such as the individual's skill set, depth of experience, and qualifications.

What We Offer

Rewards

• See your work impact some of the most important businesses in the world, including Google, Priceline, and Indeed.
• Spot bonuses for major milestones and product feature graduations
• Opportunities for career progression and dynamic collaboration across teams
• Equity incentives for employees making an impact
  
  

Flexible Work Style

• Remote-First Culture
• Flexible schedules and goal-based work style
• Unbounded PTO
• Monthly Recharge Days
  
  

Competitive Benefits

• Free Platinum Health Insurance with Aetna
• 401(k) Program with Generous Company Match
  
  

Learn and Grow

• Quarterly Hackathons to focus on team passion projects
• Education Stipend towards your professional development
• Work closely with our world-class executive team
• Learners' mindset culture
  
  

GrowthLoop is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.