Sr. Director, Human Resources - Connexity, a Taboola company

Connexity, a Taboola company is a performance-marketing technology company whose core purpose for 25 years is to help online retailers find new customers and drive sales at a cost that meets ROI objectives. As the leading independent source of new customers and sales for online retailers, we manage the complexities of a wide range of customer acquisition channels on behalf of thousands of retailers, with proven success in the US, UK, EMEA and APAC, We connect over 60,000 publishers to 50,000 retailers around the world, generating $5m+ of sales every day across our suite of products (Skimlinks, ShopYourLikes, Connexity). We joined forces with Taboola in 2021 and Skimlinks in 2020, making us the first and largest, open-web source for Publishers and Creators to access eCommerce!

We have an exciting opportunity available on our HR team for a Senior Director, Human Resources. This role is based in the US and reports to the CEO, Connexity, and also partners closely with the Sr. HR leaders of our parent company, Taboola. This role will oversee all aspects of HR operations, including US benefits, company compensation review, employee relations, talent acquisition, and culture and people operations across the US in addition to collaboration with our UK, and Germany HR Directors.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with Connexity's business objectives, values, and culture.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the HR team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

US Benefits Oversight:

• Oversee and manage the Sr. Benefits Manager to design, implement, and administer the employee benefits programs in the US, ensuring competitiveness and compliance with regulations.
• Partner with benefits brokers and vendors to evaluate and enhance benefit offerings based on employee needs and market trends.

Company Compensation Review:

• Lead annual compensation review processes, including salary benchmarking, merit increases, and bonus programs, to ensure alignment with business objectives and market standards.
• Analyze compensation data and trends to make informed recommendations to executive leadership.

Employee Relations:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees on a wide range of HR-related matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to promote a positive and inclusive work environment and mitigate risks.

Global HR Leadership:

• Provide strategic oversight and support to HR Directors in Germany and the UK, ensuring alignment with corporate HR initiatives and objectives.
• Collaborate with international HR teams to drive consistency and best practices across regions.

Talent Acquisition:

• Manage and partner with the Talent Acquisition Director to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies that attract top talent and support business growth.
• Oversee TA efforts and reporting as related to hiring forecasts.

Culture and People Ops Management:

• Provide guidance and support to the Director of Culture and People Ops to drive initiatives related to employee administration, onboarding, and satisfaction.
• Lead efforts to enhance company culture, foster diversity and inclusion, and promote employee well-being.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or HR certification preferred.
• Proven experience in HR leadership roles, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a Senior HR leadership position.
• Deep understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience overseeing benefits, compensation, employee relations, talent acquisition, and HR operations in a global organization.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute HR strategies that drive business results and support organizational growth.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Headquartered in Santa Monica, the company operates sites and business services in the US, UK, EMEA, and APAC. We offer top benefits including equity, career growth, flexible time off, casual work environment, competitive comp, and much more!

• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k Matching)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), LTD & STD
• Paid Leave Benefits (Maternity, Paternity & Medical)
• Learning & Development Program (educational tool)
• Flexible work schedules
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources
• Equity

We are committed to providing a culture at Connexity that supports the diversity, equity and inclusion of our most valuable asset, our people. We encourage individuality, and are driven to represent a workplace that celebrates our differences, and provides opportunities equally across gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and all other demographics. Our actions across Education, Recruitment, Retention, and Volunteering reflect our core company values and remind us that we’re all in this together to drive positive change in our industry.

The pay range for this position is $190K- $205K. The pay offered may vary depending on several factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Compensation packages include a variety of perks such as bonus, equity, competitive 401(k) match, rich benefits, etc.

This position is a hybrid role, with ~2 days based in the Santa Monica office.

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