VP of People

Ladders; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Equity options

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

20 days paid holidays

Parental leave

Professional development budget

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Remote-friendly / hybrid work

Job summary

Ladders in New York, NY seeks a VP of People to shape our people strategy in close partnership with the executive team and business leaders. This senior role will align organizational design, performance management, and leadership capability with growth priorities to help the organization scale while strengthening accountability and culture.

You will translate business insight into practical people programs, build accountable teams, and foster an inclusive culture while ensuring operational

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior People role such as VP, CPO, or equivalent.
• Proven track record of influencing business decisions at the leadership table beyond delivering a People agenda.
• Senior-level understanding of the U.S. employee market, including compensation norms and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience scaling companies through the 100-250 headcount phase, with knowledge of key challenges at different stages.
• Experience managing a People function across multiple geographies, with insight into regional labor markets and cultural differences.
• Ability to convert business insights into effective people strategies while challenging existing priorities when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the People function in strategic business discussions to align people initiatives with company goals
• Develop the People agenda based on business insights and priorities rather than following a predefined list
• Enhance management capabilities and performance metrics across the organization by establishing high-performance standards
• Guide the growth and development of the People team to ensure effectiveness and accountability over time
• Translate business realities into actionable People strategies, including organizational design and performance management

Skills

People leadership

Executive stakeholder management

Organizational design

Performance management

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a VP of People to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space. This senior leadership role will shape the people strategy in close partnership with the executive team and broader business leaders. The position will focus on aligning organizational design, performance management, and leadership capability with the company’s growth priorities. You will build practical people strategies from business insight, helping the organization scale effectively while strengthening accountability and culture.

Location: New York, NY

Compensation: $250,000 – $300,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the People function in strategic business discussions to align people initiatives with company goals
• Develop the People agenda based on business insights and priorities rather than following a predefined list
• Enhance management capabilities and performance metrics across the organization by establishing high-performance standards
• Guide the growth and development of the People team to ensure effectiveness and accountability over time
• Translate business realities into actionable People strategies, including organizational design and performance management

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior People role such as VP, CPO, or equivalent, with deep knowledge of people disciplines
• Proven track record of influencing business decisions at the leadership table beyond delivering a People agenda
• Strong understanding of commercial operations, including what drives profitability and organizational design’s impact on growth
• Experience scaling companies through the 100–250 headcount phase, with knowledge of key challenges at different stages
• Senior-level understanding of the U.S. employee market, including compensation norms and regulatory frameworks
• Experience managing a People function across multiple geographies, with insight into regional labor markets and cultural differences
• Ability to convert business insights into effective people strategies while challenging existing priorities when needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary with transparency in pay structure to foster trust and inclusivity
• Base primarily in the New York office with flexibility for remote work, emphasizing important in-person collaboration
• 401(k) matching and equity options available as part of the compensation package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• 20 days paid holiday plus public holidays, promoting a healthy work-life balance
• Generous parental leave policy supporting all parents and caregivers
• Dedicated budget for professional equipment and personal development, ensuring ongoing learning opportunities
• Pre-tax commuter benefits to assist with travel to the office
• Commitment to building an inclusive workplace culture with regular team events and social activities

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.