VP of Talent and Development

About RareOne

RareOne Group is building a modern platform that empowers independent marketing agencies to scale like enterprises—while maintaining the focus, creativity, and agility that make them great.

We bring together best-in-class agencies under a shared infrastructure of talent, systems, and support—allowing each to grow faster without losing their identity. Today, RareOne includes three agencies (MKR, RingoFire, MightyUnion) and ~100 employees, with ambitious plans to expand. See rareone.io. This is a remote position with occasional travel. Preference for Eastern or Central U.S. time zone. 

The Role

We’re looking for a strategic, people-first VP of Talent & Development to build and scale the people function from the platform level across all RareOne agencies. 

This is not a maintenance role. This is a builder role. You’ll design and lead recruiting, leadership development, and culture across multiple brands—partnering directly with executive leadership to shape how RareOne grows.

If you’ve been wanting to build a modern, high-impact HR function from the ground up in a dynamic environment—this is that opportunity!

What You’ll Own

Talent Acquisition & Employer Brand

• Build and lead a scalable recruiting strategy across all agencies
• Partner with leaders on workforce planning and hiring priorities
• Develop strong talent pipelines for key and future leadership roles
• Elevate employer brand to attract top creative, technical, and leadership talent
• Improve candidate experience and time-to-hire

Culture & Employee Engagement

• Design initiatives that improve engagement, retention, and morale
• Implement feedback systems (surveys, loops) and turn insights into action
• Foster a cohesive culture across multiple agencies—without losing individual identity
• Lead internal communications around people and culture

Learning, Development & Career Growth

• Create structured career paths across roles and agencies
• Build and scale learning & development programs
• Implement performance management frameworks that drive growth and accountability
• Enable internal mobility and promotions

Leadership Development

• Design and deliver training for managers and leaders
• Coach agency leaders on performance, feedback, and team dynamics
• Build onboarding and development programs for new managers
• Strengthen the leadership bench across the organization

HR Strategy & Operations

• Partner with executive leadership to align people strategy with business goals
• Standardize best practices across agencies where it makes sense
• Act as a trusted advisor on all people-related topics
• Collaborate with the PEO to ensure smooth HR operations (payroll, benefits, compliance)

What We’re Looking For

• 10 years of progressive HR / People leadership experience
• Experience in agencies, professional services, or multi-entity organizations strongly preferred
• Proven success building recruiting, L&D, and engagement programs from scratch
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders
• Experience working with or alongside a PEO is a plus
• A true builder mindset—you’re excited to create, not just manage

What Success Looks Like

• A strong, consistent talent pipeline across all agencies
• High employee engagement and retention
• Managers who are confident, capable leaders
• Clear career paths and development opportunities across RareOne
• A cohesive, high-performing culture across multiple brands

Why This Role

• High impact: You’ll shape the people strategy across a growing platform
• Builder opportunity: Create systems, programs, and culture from the ground up
• Executive exposure: Work directly with founders and agency leaders
• Growth: Be part of a company actively expanding its footprint

Location

• Remote (U.S.)
• Preference for Eastern or Central time zones
• Occasional travel

Compensation

• Base Salary: $180,000 – $210,000
• Bonus Eligible
• Potential equity participation

We offer a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, along with a flexible, remote-first work environment and opportunities for professional growth as RareOne continues to scale.