Head of People

Application Deadline: 31 May 2024

Department: People Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: New York, New York

Reporting To: Jonny Sonkin

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 / year

Description

As the Head of People at Front Office Sports, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our organizational culture and driving the success of our teams. This role is a unique opportunity to lead and innovate ensuring that we attract, develop, and retain top talent while fostering an environment of collaboration, growth, and inclusivity.

You'll play a strategic role in developing and implementing a comprehensive people strategy that aligns with our company's mission and values. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll identify and address workforce needs, leveraging your expertise to cultivate a diverse and high-performing team.

Head of People, you'll serve as a trusted advisor and advocate for our employees, championing their success and ensuring that our company remains a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. If you're passionate about building exceptional teams and shaping the future of sports media, we invite you to join us in this exciting and rewarding role.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Front Office Sports people operations function including talent acquisition, training and development, performance management, employee relations, compensation & benefits.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention, fostering a positive and inclusive work culture.
• Lead efforts to attract, onboard, and retain top and culturally diverse talent.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters, including policies, procedures, and compliance.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute workforce planning strategies to support business growth and objectives.
• Develop and implement programs to promote employee well-being and work-life balance.
• In concert with people managers, oversee HR and company wide KPI metrics to measure the effectiveness of the company by department and identify areas for improvement or reward/recognition.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices and proactively recommend and implement changes to enhance the HR function and FOS as a whole.
• Steward the cultural values and company ethos set by FOS founders and leadership team.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on all people-related matters.
• Build relationships and rapport with business leaders to strategically influence and provide expert-level consultation and solutions.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Ability to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals, demonstrating a clear understanding of the organization's objectives and how HR can support them.
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, training and development, and HR compliance.
• Proficiency in leading organizational change initiatives and managing transitions, fostering a culture of agility and adaptability.
• Experience in developing and maintaining a positive and inclusive work culture, driving initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
• Strong skills in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent, including effective recruitment strategies, talent assessment, succession planning, and career development programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization and collaborate effectively with senior leadership, managers, and employees.
• Proficiency in performance analytics and metrics to measure the effectiveness of company initiatives and growth areas, identify trends and areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions.
• Understanding of employment laws and regulations, with the ability to ensure compliance with legal requirements and mitigate HR-related risks.
• Strong business acumen and financial literacy, with the ability to align HR strategies with broader business objectives and demonstrate the value of HR to the organization's bottom line.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team, foster a collaborative and high-performance culture, and drive results through effective delegation and empowerment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in HR and talent management.
• A strong commitment to excellence.
  
  

Perks & Benefits

• Hybrid employees work from FOS's New York office three days a week, while remote employees can opt for an Upflex coworking membership
• All employees receive a quarterly FlexFund or a stipend to use towards home office or commuter needs
• Generous PTO policy to use as you please, plus sick time and company holidays
• Employer-sponsored health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Wellness perks include a ClassPass stipend, Health Advocate, TelaDoc, and Talkspace
• An annual professional development stipend and endless development opportunities at a growing startup
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan, complemented by a 3% company match. We believe in supporting your long-term financial goals.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment with endless development opportunities at our growing startup. Leverage an annual professional development stipend to invest in your career advancement.