We are Semrush, a global Tech company developing our own product – a platform for digital marketers.
Are you ready to be a part of it? This is your chance! We’re hiring for SVP of People & Culture.
Tasks in the role
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies that support business growth, employee engagement, and organizational culture—partner with the CHRO and executive team to align HR goals with business objectives.
- Team Management: Directly manage HR teams, including Talent Acquisition, HR Directors, Employer Branding, Learning and Development, and Culture, ensuring high performance and consistent delivery of HR programs.
- Talent Acquisition: Oversee the global talent acquisition strategy to attract top talent, supporting the company’s growth objectives.
- Employer Branding: Lead the development and execution of a compelling employer branding strategy to enhance the company’s reputation in the talent market and position Semrush as an employer of choice.
- Learning and Development: Oversee the Learning and Development strategy to support employee growth and organizational effectiveness. Drive initiatives for skills development, leadership training, and career progression.
- HR Business Partnering: Lead Human Resource Business Partners & Directors to deliver comprehensive HR support across the organization, enabling the success of business units and leadership teams.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with key organizational stakeholders, including GTM, Product, Finance, and Legal, to drive people initiatives and improve employee experience.
- Centers of Excellence: Partner with COEs to implement best practices in Learning and Development, Compensation, Benefits, and Talent Management.
- Organizational Development: Drive organizational change and development initiatives to optimize team effectiveness and support the company's scaling efforts.
- Global HR Strategy: Leverage international HR experience to manage a globally diverse workforce and ensure compliance with regional labor laws.
- Culture and Engagement: Champion a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, fostering an environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. Develop initiatives to enhance job satisfaction, retention, and employee well-being. Lead company-wide programs, events, and communication strategies that reinforce core values and cultural priorities. Establish feedback channels and use data-driven insights to continuously improve employee engagement.
Who we are looking for
- 12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with a strong track record in high-growth tech companies
- Proven experience in scaling HR functions for organizations with $1B+ in revenue
- Demonstrated success managing large teams and working cross-functionally with stakeholders
- International HR experience, with an understanding of global workforce management
- Broad HR expertise across Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding, Learning and Development, Employee Relations, Organizational Development, Compensation, Benefits, and Compliance
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
- Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (MS or MBA preferred)
- Strong background in employer branding, talent marketing strategies, and Learning and Development preferred
- Professional HR certifications (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP) are a plus
- You share our values: Trust, Sense of Ownership, and Enthusiasm for Constant Changes
Additional benefits and company info:
- Frequent business trips
- Unlimited PTO
- Flexi Benefit for hobbies
- Employee Support Program
- Financial aid for family loss
- Employee Resource Groups
- Office meals, snacks, and drinks
- Teambuilding, training, courses, conferences, gifts
About Semrush
Semrush is a leading online visibility management SaaS platform, enabling global businesses to optimize search engine marketing campaigns. With 16 years of development, numerous awards, and a public listing on NYSE, we serve over 10 million users worldwide, with over 1,700 employees growing our team.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Semrush is committed to equal opportunity and fostering a diverse, inclusive environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, regardless of whether they meet every requirement.
We look forward to welcoming new colleagues to our team!