What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of People position at LAKE?
LAKE believes that the most comfortable part of your day should be celebrated, from sleepy Saturday mornings to wind-down time with loved ones through all of life's coziest moments. Our pajamas started with a simple silhouette, a classic stripe, and the softest fabric imaginable; 100% Peruvian Pima Cotton. Now, LAKE offers pajama perfection for women, men, and children with collections in a myriad of premium fabrics that extend to casual wear beyond the home too. Founded in Savannah, Georgia, in 2014— you can find LAKE at our stores in Charleston and Atlanta and online at lakepajamas.com.
LAKE is seeking an experienced HR professional to lead our People team. Reporting to the CEO, you will be the strategic leader behind organizational planning, team design and development, and culture initiatives. As leader of the People team, you will manage all HR responsibilities across recruiting, people programs, and people operations. The ideal candidate possesses a high emotional intelligence and is an excellent communicator. You operate in total confidentiality and with utmost discretion, and you prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. You are excited by the opportunity to refine existing systems and programs and build a strategic People function for a growing brand.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance of business practices with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Build and manage a People team to support LAKE's unique needs and future goals.
- Provide strategic counsel to executive leadership on org evolution and headcount strategy.
- Oversee and administer all HR functions, including recruiting, training and development, benefit administration, HRIS administration, compliance with statutory requirements, team member relations, labor relations and contract compliance, performance evaluations, workers compensation and safety.
- Be a trusted, confidential source for all employees, building an unbiased rapport with employees at all locations.
- Partner with cross-functional leadership to identify areas that need to evolve to strengthen teams and better meet company goals.
- Apply brand and culture standards to all department touchpoints.
- Implement performance management programs to fuel employee growth and strengthen output.
- Recruit and hire people who are a great fit for LAKE.
Experience, Skills, & Attributes:
- 10 years of relevant HR experience
- Understanding of US employment laws and best practices
- Experience leading recruiting, hiring, onboarding, offboarding, performance management, employee benefits, people policies, and culture initiatives
- Proven track record of adaptability and success in changing and evolving environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to navigate complex, confidential, and/or sensitive situations using discretion and fair judgement
- Experience managing cross-functional, collaborative projects
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Positive attitude and demeanor
- Interest in the LAKE brand