Remote People Leader — Build & Scale HR for Growth

Polimorphic; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Polimorphic is hiring its first People leader to build and scale the HR function from the ground up in a remote/hybrid NYC environment. The role is ideal for an experienced HR Manager or Director who will shape people strategy, culture, and employee experience end-to-end.

You will partner with leadership to design foundational programs, support managers, and advise on strategic HR initiatives as we grow, with high visibility, autonomy, and long-term impact.

Qualifications

• 7–12+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience as a Senior HR Manager or Director.
• Early or first HR/People hire experience.
• Strong HR fundamentals with strategic thinking.
• Ability to influence senior leaders and coach managers.
• High ownership mentality; hands-on and long-term thinking.
• Experience in high growth tech companies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build the People Function with core HR programs and processes.
• Design onboarding plans and enhance employee experience across lifecycle.
• Partner with leadership on organizational design and workforce planning.
• Oversee compliance, benefits, HRIS selection/optimization, and vendor relations.

Skills

People management

HR strategy

Change management

Leadership coaching

Employee relations

Compliance

Stakeholder influence

HRIS

Payroll systems

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Job description

Polimorphic is hiring its first People leader to build and scale the HR function from the ground up in a remote/hybrid NYC environment. The role is ideal for an experienced HR Manager or Director who will shape people strategy, culture, and employee experience end-to-end.

You will partner with leadership to design foundational programs, support managers, and advise on strategic HR initiatives as we grow, with high visibility, autonomy, and long-term impact.