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MazeVP of People (Remote, US)
Maze develops a user research platform that provides companies with customer insights during product development. The organization seeks a VP of People to guide the global…
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Maze develops a user research platform that provides companies with customer insights during product development. The organization seeks a VP of People to guide the global People function as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team. Operating within a distributed workforce environment, this executive leadership role involves managing a compact, experienced People team covering Talent Acquisition and People Operations while supporting the company through its next phase of…
Job Description
Maze develops a user research platform that provides companies with customer insights during product development. The organization seeks a VP of People to guide the global People function as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team. Operating within a distributed workforce environment, this executive leadership role involves managing a compact, experienced People team covering Talent Acquisition and People Operations while supporting the company through its next phase of growth in AI-powered research.
The position encompasses oversight of the complete employee experience, spanning talent acquisition, organizational design, compensation, total rewards, performance tracking, leadership development, employee relations, and culture preservation. The incoming leader will partner closely with finance on headcount planning and investment strategies, bring a global perspective to compliance across multiple countries, and champion an AI-first operational mindset. Ideal candidates possess a background as a People leader within venture-backed technology or SaaS environments, combining high-level strategic planning with hands-on operational execution.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the CEO and executive team to define organizational strategy, business priorities, and leadership effectiveness
- Lead, coach, and develop a talented People team spanning Talent Acquisition and People Operations
- Oversee the full employee experience including talent strategy, organizational design, total rewards, performance management, and employee relations
- Manage global total rewards encompassing compensation, equity, benefits, and pay transparency in partnership with Finance
- Ensure global People operations remain efficient, scalable, and compliant across all operating countries
- Guide change management, workforce planning, and organizational alignment as the business scales
- Champion an AI-first approach to streamline People operations, decision-making, and automation
Requirements
- Significant experience leading People functions in high-growth, venture-backed technology or SaaS environments
- Demonstrated expertise in organizational design, talent strategy, total rewards, performance management, and employee relations
- Familiarity with supporting global, distributed teams across countries such as the US, UK, and Europe
- Experience operating as a business-minded executive partner capable of advising senior leadership and connecting People decisions to company outcomes
Qualifications
- Background supporting a business through significant strategic shifts, restructuring, or business model evolution
- Experience utilizing modern People technology tools such as Rippling, Ashby, or Oyster
- Prior experience working directly alongside a founder or CEO in a fast-paced setting
- Demonstrated ability to build with AI technologies, including custom Claude workflows and automations
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What is the remote work policy for this role?
The posting indicates that Maze operates a global remote workforce and is a distributed, remote-first company.
Who will the VP of People report to?
The VP of People reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and serves as a member of the executive team.
What salary and benefits are offered?
The posting does not specify salary details, noting that compensation depends on factors such as experience and expertise. Holistic and generous benefit offerings are included in every compensation package.
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