Global VP of People

About Uphold

The Web3 economy will redefine how financial value is held and transacted - with much activity shifting towards blockchain networks and digital assets.

Founded in 2013, Uphold is a Web3 financial platform that supports almost 300 digital assets and acts as a Regulated Gateway to the Web3 economy.

Featuring integrations with 26 blockchain networks and a robust trading engine connected to 30 underlying venues, the platform allows users to trade ‘Anything-to-Anything’ while enjoying keen pricing and deep liquidity.

Uphold has completed more than 120 million transactions worth $40 billion from 10 million customers in over 150 countries.

Both people and companies need to access this exciting Web3 world, but it can be technically demanding and time-consuming.

Uphold strips away the complexity and lack of transparency to open up Web3 finance for everyone.

To learn more about Uphold, please visit https://uphold.com.

The opportunity:

Uphold is looking for an experienced Global VP of People to lead passionate professionals in the global market. This is an exciting opportunity where you’ll be responsible for developing and executing HR strategies that support Uphold’s growth, the professional growth of our staff, and attract, develop, and retain top talent, as well as other ad-hoc projects. Reporting to the CFO & Chief Administrative Officer, the VP, People will be a part of the management team and will play an integral role in ensuring the organization meets its financial and strategic objectives.

What you’ll be doing primarily:

• Collaborate with the executive team to align HR initiatives with the company's strategic goals and objectives.
• Serve as the department's subject matter expert in topics pertaining, but not limited, to recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation, employee relations, policy development, compliance, leadership development, and organizational learning.
• Ensure compliance with relevant and future employment laws and regulations and maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices.
• Lead a robust employee development and retention program, including ensuring consistency in member interactions and advanced training opportunities for career growth and progression.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work culture that emphasizes teamwork, diversity, and innovation..
• Provide leadership and guidance to the People Team by fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and recommend solutions.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in HR.
• Global experience.
• SHRM-CP required, SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations with a focus on global compliance and risk management.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, organizational development, and talent management.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Highly proficient in utilizing Excel/Google Sheets.
• Exhibit our core cultural values: respectful, clear communication, positive energy, team player, continuous learning, and efficient execution.
• Must be trustworthy, maintain confidentiality and exhibit mature judgment.
• Fluent written and oral English skills.

Bonus if you have:

• Experience in financial service industry
• Knowledge of cryptocurrencies and/or blockchain technologies.
• HR Legal knowledge or experience
• Experience with Bamboo HR, Lattice

What we have to offer you:

• Innovation & Impact: Be a part of driving innovation and making meaningful impact in a stimulating environment. Work on cutting-edge projects.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a salary, stock options, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.
• Strong Company Culture: Join a supportive and positive work environment built on shared values of integrity, teamwork, accountability, and excellence.
• Global All-Hands Calls: Regular sessions to share updates and strategize.
• Development: Opportunities for training and mentorship programs.
• Flexibility: We are a hybrid home/office culture.
• Inclusive & Diverse Environment: Different perspectives are valued.

Benefits:

• Annual bonus program based on individual, team and company performance.
• Home office stipend to support the setup of a productive home office.
• Generous PTO, healthcare coverage, and employee assistance programs.
• Interesting and fun events and celebrations.
• Foodie culture and well-stocked office kitchen.

Salary: $150,000 - $175,000

Join our team and embark on a fulfilling career where you'll have the opportunity to grow, innovate, and contribute to something meaningful. Come and be a part of our talented team!

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We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, and any other protected classes. Difference makes us stronger and better - together.