Beacon is a financial technology firm that provides everything quantitative developers need to rapidly build, test, deploy, and share trading and risk applications, analytics, and models. Developed by a team with unmatched financial markets experience, Beacon's open platform for cross-asset trading and risk management includes the apps, tools, and infrastructure firms need to migrate their software and infrastructure to the cloud, manage risk across all asset classes, and focus on building innovative strategies that provide a competitive edge. For more information visit www.beacon.io.

Beacon Platform Inc. seeks a dynamic and strategic Head of Human Resources to lead and evolve our HR function. As a key member of Beacon, you will be responsible for shaping and executing HR strategies that align with our organizational goals, while overseeing day-to-day operations and leading a team of HR professionals. In our fast-paced startup environment, the ideal candidate will be resourceful, proactive, and able to navigate both strategic and operational challenges with agility and precision. This role requires a visionary leader who can drive talent management, organizational development, and cultural initiatives that support our business growth and success.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Leadership:

• Drive the development and execution of HR strategies that directly align with and support the broader organizational goals.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide strategic advice on organizational design, workforce planning, and the evolution of talent needs to meet business objectives.
• Cultivate a dynamic, inclusive company culture that embodies the organization's mission, values, and vision, fostering employee engagement and organizational growth.

Talent Acquisition and Recruitment:

• Lead the creation and implementation of innovative recruitment strategies that attract, retain, and develop top-tier talent in line with the company's long-term objectives.
• Develop targeted job descriptions and oversee the recruitment cycle to ensure the selection of candidates who align with both cultural and functional needs.
• Strengthen relationships with external talent sources, including recruitment agencies, universities, and industry networks, to ensure a continuous pipeline of high-caliber talent.

Employee Onboarding and Development:

• Design and continuously improve comprehensive onboarding programs that integrate new hires seamlessly into the organization, accelerating their time to productivity.
• Proactively assess organizational training needs and implement tailored professional development initiatives to enhance employee skills and support career progression.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning and growth, fostering employee engagement and long-term retention.

Performance Management:

• Design and manage performance management frameworks that support the organization's goals and employee development, ensuring alignment between individual performance and strategic priorities.
• Provide coaching and strategic direction to leaders on effective goal-setting, feedback delivery, and performance improvement processes.
• Drive a culture of accountability by promptly addressing performance gaps and ensuring continuous improvement.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Oversee the creation of competitive compensation structures that align with industry standards while supporting business objectives and employee satisfaction.
• Manage and optimize the administration of employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and market competitiveness.
• Partner with finance and leadership teams to ensure compensation and benefits strategies are aligned with both financial goals and employee engagement.

Employee Relations and Engagement:

• Act as a trusted advisor and mediator, managing employee concerns and grievances with a focus on maintaining a positive work environment.
• Design and implement engagement initiatives that foster a high-performance culture, enhancing both individual and team productivity.
• Lead the planning of team-building activities, company events, and other initiatives that enhance organizational cohesion and employee morale.

HR Policies and Compliance:

• Lead the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures that reflect the organization's values and ensure operational efficiency.
• Ensure strict adherence to local, regional, and global labor laws, employment regulations, and industry standards.
• Maintain meticulous records and HR documentation to ensure organizational compliance and audit readiness.

HR Operations:

• Manage day-to-day HR operations while continuously looking for opportunities to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Utilize HR technology and software to streamline HR functions, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Produce regular HR metrics and analytical reports that provide leadership with insights to inform workforce strategy and organizational performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong background in strategic HR leadership and organizational development.
• Deep knowledge of global labor laws, employment equity regulations, and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with senior leadership, managers, and employees to foster a high-performance culture.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise across all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and deliver solutions that support both the business and employees.
• Demonstrated capability to lead, inspire, and execute strategic HR initiatives that support organizational growth and success.
• A forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to anticipate HR challenges and proactively drive solutions.

Expected salary range: $200,000 - $225,000

What You'll Love About Beacon

• Unlimited PTO - This isn't your typical unlimited PTO plan. All employees take at least 20 days off a year. After that? Take the time off you need to strike the perfect work/life balance for you.
• 10 paid company holidays
• 401k match
• Charitable donation match
• Access to Udemy - An online learning and teaching marketplace with over 185,000 courses. Learn programming, marketing, data science, or brush up on your public speaking and writing skills.
• Innovative Culture - Our employees have a voice and can make a big impact across the organization. A lot of people in large companies don't feel connected to what they're doing and feel like they're put in a box. Here you will have the freedom to be creative and innovative. We're looking for smart and driven people to help get us to the next level

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and key responsibilities of the role. However, it is not exhaustive, and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to meet the evolving needs of the company.

Beacon does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Beacon encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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