VP, Human Resources (Private Equity)

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on VP of HR to join a small, private equity firm. You're the right fit if you are...

- Familiar with the dynamics of internal private equity firms, financial services, or law firms operating under a partnership model

- Experienced in working within small, agile organizations where your contributions have a direct impact.

- Energized by entrepreneurial settings where wearing multiple hats is the norm, not the exception

- Someone who brings strong executive presence and can confidently engage with senior stakeholders

- Known for your high emotional intelligence and ability to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics with ease

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Hybrid schedule: 2–3 days in-office in San Francisco (Financial District)

REPORTS TO:

COO

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• People Operations & Risk Management: Managing sensitive employee matters, supporting internal investigations, and overseeing relationships with external partners and vendors related to people operations.

• Culture & Engagement: Driving initiatives that promote employee engagement, collaboration, and a strong sense of purpose, using data and feedback to inform strategy.

• Performance & Development: Leading performance management processes, including feedback frameworks and 360 reviews, while building and implementing programs that support leadership development and career growth.

• Total Rewards & Wellbeing: Collaborating with internal stakeholders to manage benefits programs and recommend enhancements that support employee wellness and retention.

• Learning & Growth: Designing and implementing learning and development strategies, including manager training, career pathing, and succession planning.

• Compliance & Policy: Ensuring HR practices and policies are compliant with applicable laws and reflect best practices, including regular updates to internal documentation.

• Talent Programs: Overseeing the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, and offboarding, with a focus on creating seamless and engaging experiences.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partnering with leadership, finance, and legal teams to align people initiatives with broader organizational priorities.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 8+ years of experience in a HR leadership role in small to medium-sized organizations

• Background in internal Private Equity, Financial Services, Professional Services or similar within a Partnership model

• Proven success in building and scaling people strategies in fast-paced environments

• Experience with performance systems (Lattice a plus), benefits, and compliance

• Strong coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• High emotional intelligence and executive presence