Skywire Networks · 1 week ago
Head of People/Director of HR
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expSkywire Networks is a rapidly growing Internet and Network Service Provider in New York City. The Head of People/Director of HR will oversee all aspects of the people function, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations, while driving initiatives to enhance employee engagement and performance culture.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute the company’s people strategy aligned with business objectives and growth plans
Serve as a thought partner and business partner to the CEO and executive team, providing data-driven insights, reporting, and recommendations
Lead organizational development initiatives, including culture-building, employee engagement, and communication strategies (e.g., lunch & learns, all-hands, recognition programs)
Oversee HR operations, including payroll and benefits administration through CoAdvantage (PEO), while evaluating long-term alternatives (e.g., PEO transition or in-house HR structure)
Ensure compliance with all employment laws, including wage & hour, classification (exempt/non-exempt), immigration, and local/state/federal requirements
Create and implement training and development programs for supervisors, managers, and employees
Partner with leaders to address employee relations issues with fairness, professionalism, and discretion
Build a compensation philosophy and structure, including salary bands, bonus frameworks, and benefits competitiveness
Design and lead talent acquisition strategies to improve recruiting processes and reduce costs
Organize and modernize employee files, policies, and procedures to improve accessibility and compliance
Lead the RFP process for HR/benefits vendors and provide cost-saving strategies to leadership
Support change management during organizational shifts
Act as a trusted advisor and problem-solver in real time when employee or manager issues arise
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that reflect company values and community
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive HR/People leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a director-level or head of HR role
Demonstrated ability to service as a business partner to leadership, balancing employee advocacy with organizational priorities
Proven track record of building HR functions in a high-growth or evolving organization
Deep knowledge of HR compliance, employee relations, and labor regulations
Experience managing PEO relationships and/or transitioning away from PEOs
Strong organizational skills with the ability to create systems and structure from scratch
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and inspire at all levels
Analytical mindset with the ability to develop and interpret people data and reporting
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and sound judgment
Telecom or technology industry experience is a plus but not required
Collaborative team leader who can lead change, provide a mentoring environment, and bring effective communication to all
Experience with managing vendors and partners
Service-oriented mindset with a focus on internal customer satisfaction
Confident and proactive decision-maker with strong troubleshooting instincts
High degree of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling sensitive data
Comfortable working cross-functionally with teams across Sales, Operations, Finance, and Engineering
Preferred
Experience building or scaling HR functions in small companies or startups
Familiarity with HR best practices, compliance, and relevant legislation
B.A. or B.S. Undergraduate Degree
Professional associations membership – SHRM Society of Human Resource Management, or similar, preferred
Company
Skywire Networks
Skywire Networks is one of the largest fixed-wireless broadband providers in New York City.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$23MKey Investors
Metropolitan Partners
2017-09-12Series Unknown· $23M
Leadership Team
Laura W. Thomas
Chief Financial Officer
Michael DenBlaker
Vice President, Partner & Business Development
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