Head of People, US

PolyNovo • Carlsbad, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Head of People, US, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of People & Talent services across the US. You will ensure high-quality execution across the employee lifecycle. Reporting to the Senior Manager People & Talent, you will partner with business leaders to drive People initiatives, manage employee relations, ensure compliance, and lead a small People & Talent team to deliver efficient and effective People operations. This role also acts as a key connector between the US business and global People strategy.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management or equivalent senior-level experience.
• Strong leadership and coaching capability, with experience building high-performing, engaged teams.
• Deep knowledge of US HR practices and employment law, with proven ability to manage risk and ensure compliance.
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, including complex case management and advising stakeholders.
• Ability to operate both strategically and operationally, translating plans into practical, hands-on delivery.
• Proven capability influencing and partnering with stakeholders, including sales teams, to drive performance outcomes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to guide leaders through complex people matters.
• Experience across recruitment, HR operations, and workforce planning in fast-paced or commercial environments.
• High attention to detail and accountability, ensuring accuracy, quality, and ownership of outcomes.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to anticipate issues and implement effective improvements.
• Experience working in global or matrix environments, collaborating across regions and managing competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key People & Talent partner for US leaders and teams, providing practical, commercially aligned HR advice.
• Lead and develop the US People team, driving performance, accountability, and a high-performing culture.
• Manage employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with US employment laws and effective risk management.
• Oversee recruitment delivery and workforce planning, supporting strong hiring outcomes and capability needs.
• Support engagement, performance, and development initiatives, reinforcing culture and company values.
• Ensure accurate HR operations, including employment documentation, payroll alignment, and system integrity.
• Provide HR reporting and insights to enable data-driven decision-making.
• Partner with sales leadership to identify capability gaps and implement targeted talent strategies.
• Support performance and remuneration processes, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes.
• Lead local HR initiatives and contribute to global People projects, driving continuous improvement and alignment across regions.

Benefits

• 401k plan with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• Generous paid time off
• 12 company holidays
• Two paid Nurture days per year
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Career development opportunities
• Unlimited access to online learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree