VideoAmp seeks a VP, Head of People to lead HR strategy and operations for a multi-state, distributed workforce. This full-time hybrid role based in Los Angeles or New York City reports to the Chief Legal Officer and manages a team of 3+ HR professionals. Responsibilities include leading the People team, learning and development, culture and engagement, total rewards, compliance, employee relations, HR infrastructure, people analytics, and workplace experience. Candidates must have 10+ years of HR leadership experience including 4+ years in a Head of People role, expertise in compensation and total rewards, multi-state HR compliance knowledge, and strong leadership and communication skills. Experience with HRIS platforms like Workday and managing organizational change is required. Salary range is $250,000 to $270,000 plus equity and benefits including PTO, medical, 401(k), parental leave, and commuter perks.
What you'll do
Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing People team with clear standards for excellence, accountability, and growth
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Requirements
10+ years of progressive, comprehensive HR leadership experience, including 4+ years in a Head of People or equivalent end-to-end leadership role
Prior experience managing HR teams
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field required; MBA/MA and SHRM-SCP or SPHR strongly preferred
Deep expertise in compensation and total rewards, including base pay, incentive programs, equity, sales incentive plans, leveling frameworks, and benefits administration in a small-to-mid-size company
Proven experience designing organization, retention, and talent sustainability strategies in fast-growth, technology-driven environments
Demonstrated success building and leading high-performing HR teams and shaping strong organizational cultures
Proven ability to apply working knowledge of U.S. employment law to real-world HR decisions across the full employee lifecycle
Multi-state compliance experience required, with ability to operationalize policy and practice across jurisdictions with varying requirements
Experience navigating complex, high-compliance state environments such as California and New York
Comfortable partnering with employment counsel and knowing when to escalate; experience supporting or managing agency matters (EEOC, DFEH, NLRB) or internal investigations preferred
Exceptional executive presence with ability to influence and partner with C-suite leaders and board of directors
Exceptional ability to prioritize across a broad and fast-moving portfolio balancing long-term strategic initiatives with immediate operational needs
Outstanding communication skills able to translate complex people topics into clear, concise messaging for any audience
Ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization and manage up to executive leadership
Ability to travel to various office locations as needed
Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday) and building scalable people infrastructure
Experience leading HR through organizational change, growth, and restructuring
Tech stack
WorkdayHRIS
Benefits
Base salary $250,000 – $270,000 (commensurate with experience)Equity participation includedDiscretionary & flexible PTO plus Spring, Summer & Winter company breaksInclusive and comprehensive medical, dental & vision401(k) with matching, HSA & FSAPaid Maternity & Parental Leave for all family additionsCell phone & wifi reimbursementCommuter benefits
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