Head of People

Your role

As the Head of People at Turnkey, you will take full ownership of the People function from the COO. You will be the fully independent functional leader responsible for building, scaling, and leading all people-related operations across the company. This includes everything from talent acquisition strategy and People Operations (HRIS, compliance, benefits) to performance management, compensation, and executive coaching.

This is a critical, hands-on builder and executor role perfect for an experienced leader who is excited to build a world-class, high-agency culture grounded in scalable processes. You will ensure our People strategy directly supports the business objectives of rapid growth and operational excellence.

What you’ll do

Own and build all People functions (talent, HRBP, People Ops)

Own and continually improve performance management, leveling, and compensation frameworks

Partner with Finance on headcount planning, compensation strategy, and organizational design

Develop managers and support executive leadership growth

Build scalable talent acquisition processes and systems

Strengthen culture through clarity, programs, and high standards

Ensure People operations run smoothly, compliantly, and with minimal bureaucracy

Mentor and grow a small but mighty People team

What we’re looking for

7+ years of experience in People / HR roles, including 2+ years in a senior leadership position (Head of / VP) at a high-growth technology company

Demonstrated experience as an executor and builder who has personally implemented core systems and processes

Broad exposure to all aspects of People / HR: talent, HRBP, People Ops, compensation

Strong operator: structured, organized, pragmatic, and systems-oriented

High agency, first-principles thinker who is comfortable coaching and pushing executives

Style points

Experience in fintech, crypto, or B2B SaaS

Expert knowledge of employment law and compliance

What we offer

Full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA/FSA, 401(k) — detailed benefits overview available as we get further in the process

Paid parental leave

Unlimited PTO

$3,000/yr learning and development budget to attend industry conferences

Multiple team offsites per year

Macbook Pro laptop

Lunch stipend

Ready to join us on this journey? Email us at [email protected] with your LinkedIn profile and a short overview of why you'd be a great fit for Turnkey.

Turnkey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.