Director, HR (GTM + G&A)

Carta•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

Carta connects founders, investors, and limited partners through world-class software, purpose-built for everyone in venture capital, private equity and private credit. Trusted by 65,000+ companies in 160+ countries, Carta’s platform of software and services lays the groundwork so you can build, invest, and scale with confidence. Carta’s Fund Administration platform supports 9,000+ funds and SPVs, representing nearly $185B in assets under management, with tools designed to enhance the strategic impact of fund CFOs. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work, Carta is shaping the future of private market infrastructure. Together, Carta is creating the end-to-end ERP platform for private markets. Traditional ERP solutions don’t work for Private Funds. Private capital markets need a comprehensive software solution to replace outdated spreadsheets and fragmented service providers. Carta’s software for the Office of the Fund CFO does just that - it’s a new category of software to make private markets look more like public markets - a connected ERP for private capital. For more information about our offices and culture, check out our Carta careers page . We are seeking a dynamic HR Leader to join our People team and make a high impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This leader will partner with business executives, People Team leaders, and lead a small team of HRBPs to drive people strategies, support organizational growth, and help shape Carta’s culture. You will serve as the primary HR partner to executive and senior leaders in our G&A (People, Legal, Finance) and GTM (Sales & Marketing) organizations. At Carta, we prioritize designing programs and experiences that fit our unique challenges over defaulting to conventional practices. As a key HRBP leader on the team, you’ll help develop and execute People strategies that drive organizational effectiveness and foster transparency and high performance. This role requires a leader who thrives in ambiguity, balancing strategic initiatives with hands-on operational support, and consistently problem-solving for executives across the organization. Your ability to adapt, mentor, coach, and influence will make you a pivotal part of Carta’s mission.

Requirements

12+ years of HRBP or equivalent experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role
Experience in a fast-paced established technology company and startup environment
Demonstrated success partnering with executives and influencing across all levels of an organization
Experience partnering with centers of excellence for larger company wide initiatives
Exceptional coaching skills with the ability to empower and develop individual contributors and executives
Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities effectively
Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal—with a high degree of empathy
Hands-on experience with workforce planning, succession planning, compensation, and employee relations
Familiarity with hybrid and international work environments, and an appreciation for cultural nuances in a global workforce
A demonstrated ability to adapt to shifting strategies and priorities in rapidly growing or evolving organizations

Responsibilities

Lead and Develop HRBPs – Lead and develop a small team of HRBPs, ensuring their growth, engagement, and success as strategic partners to the business
Be a Strategic Business Partner – Consult with and advise executive and senior leaders within G&A and GTM to develop and implement effective people strategies that align with business goals and drive organizational performance
Design & Execute People Strategies – Design and implement creative people strategies and solutions that align with business goals and address complex organizational challenges specific to G&A and GTM
Drive Functional Performance – Partner with business leaders to roll out critical People initiatives, including performance management, compensation strategies, benefits, and employee development programs for your client groups.
Enable Organizational Effectiveness – Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, succession planning, organizational design, and employee movements such as promotions, lateral transfers, and benchmarking
Leverage Data – Utilize data and insights to guide decisions, uncover trends, and improve organizational health within the G&A and GTM functions
Manage Employee Relations & Compliance – Resolve complex employee relations issues while balancing immediate operational needs with long-term growth strategies. Act as a trusted advisor to leadership, maintaining compliance and mitigating legal risks
Coach & Mentor – Coach and mentor managers and executives across all levels to enhance leadership capabilities and influence outcomes that align with organizational success
Champion Culture & Change – Build strong relationships with employees and leaders to champion culture, drive change, and foster a high-performing organization

Benefits

Carta’s compensation package includes a market competitive salary, equity for all full time roles, exceptional benefits, and, for applicable roles, commissions plans.

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