Critical Loop · 3 weeks ago
People & Talent Lead
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
6+ years expCritical Loop is shaping the next generation of energy systems by building the integrated edge grid of the future. As the People & Talent Lead, you will build and own the full People function, managing recruitment, onboarding, and performance to attract and retain exceptional talent in a fast-growing environment.
EnergyEnergy StorageIndustrialManufacturingPower GridRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Manage and execute the end-to-end recruitment process - from sourcing and interviewing to offers and onboarding
Embed yourself into the teams to forecast hiring needs and understand role requirements
Partner with and manage external recruiters to fill key roles
Track and analyze recruiting metrics, continuously improving the hiring process
Support workforce planning efforts, aligning hiring priorities with strategic goals and operational needs
Drive a consistent, high-quality onboarding experience for both remote and onsite employees
Partner with our external accounting firm to ensure payroll is accurate and processed on time
Develop and maintain career frameworks, leveling systems, and performance management programs
Develop and implement benefits programs and people policies to support a growing team
Ensure compliance with employment laws in states where we operate (currently CA, NY, MA, and WA)
Champion and nurture our company culture, ensuring it evolves thoughtfully as we grow
Lead initiatives that foster engagement, inclusion, and development
Help define and live out our company values in everyday practices and decisions
Qualification
Required
6+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, People Operations or HR
Proven experience in recruiting and managing full-cycle hiring processes
Experience in a startup or fast-growing environment and an understanding of how to scale people processes efficiently
Preferred
Experience working with highly technical roles
Working knowledge of employment law and compliance (or strong willingness to learn quickly)
Passionate about building culture and creating exceptional employee experiences
Hands-on and ready to jump in whenever needed for Critical Loop to succeed – even beyond traditional People responsibilities
Company
Critical Loop
Critical Loop develops deployable microgrids and software-driven power solutions that provide on-demand energy for constrained sites.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase