GridUnity
SaaS
DirectorofPeople
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“Director of People at GridUnity. Skills: People operations, Talent acquisition, Performance management, Learning and development. Set HR priorities. Translate strategy into action”
Industry & Context.
Solutions-oriented mindset; Ambiguity as opportunity
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Hands-on HR leadership experience in scaling SaaS or tech environment (50–250 employees), Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, Enjoy building order from emerging systems, Understand remote culture and how to unify distributed teams, Eligibility as a U.S. person
Nice to Have
Ashby ATS experience
What You'll Do.
Translate strategy into action
Refine HR documentation
Create cohesive operating model
Provide guidance to HR Manager
Structure HR Manager support
Strengthen team capacity
Champion company values
Support HR software selection
Lead full-cycle recruiting
Improve recruiting playbook
Determine long-term resourcing
Define role requirements
Define role competencies
Define success profiles
Lead active recruiting
Align hiring with values
Align hiring with stage
Support SaaS scaling needs
Refine performance management cycle
Redesign performance management cycle
Evaluate compensation leveling system
Propose compensation leveling improvements
Benchmark data for compensation
Inform compensation bands
Lay foundation for Manager Training Program
Strengthen employee lifecycle
Standardize employee lifecycle
Refine onboarding program
Build unified onboarding program
Ensure People processes are human-centered
Ensure People processes are consistent
Ensure People processes are scalable
Maintain compliance alignment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with CFO; Partner with Operations Team; Partner with department heads; Unify distributed teams
Process & Methodology
Scalability, Process improvement, Framework building
Full Job Description
WHO WE ARE GridUnity is the industry leader in interconnection life cycle management, delivering cutting-edge software solutions that eliminate bottlenecks in the interconnection process and accelerate the transition to a more affordable, sustainable, and resilient energy future. Our Mission We unite all grid interconnection stakeholders on a single platform that converts centralized data into actionable intelligence and accelerates the transition to a reliable, sustainable, and cost-efficient electric grid. GridUnity is a trusted partner to leading utilities, grid operators, and policymakers. Our technology solutions tackle the interconnection queue backlog by significantly reducing processing times. Whether cutting transmission interconnection timelines from years to months or enabling distribution applications to be processed within a day, we help accelerate energy projects at every scale. Our Vision Energizing the planet with a faster, smarter, and more sustainable grid. THE OPPORTUNITY We’re seeking a Director of People who thrives in the dynamic realities of a scaling SaaS company. You will partner closely with the CFO and the Operations Team, comprising five additional people, to strengthen, standardize, and scale our people systems. This role requires a true player coach mentality, blending strategy with hands-on execution. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys building, improving, and operationalizing HR processes. As GridUnity scales, this role can evolve to include greater ownership and leadership responsibilities within People Operations. TEAM DYNAMICS Today this is a 1 person People team, but there is 1 additional budgeted People headcount who this person will manage. This role is responsible for strengthening the function’s structure, accountability, and scalability. As we grow, you will assess team design and resource needs to ensure the People & Talent department is built for long-term success. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Our business is scaling. Now we need o
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