Job Description

Vice President, People & Talent

Location: Torrance, CA (Hybrid)

We are seeking a strategic, execution-focused Vice President of People & Talent to lead and scale the HR function within a high-growth, private equity–backed organization in healthcare. This role will partner closely with the CEO and executive team to drive value creation through people strategy, organizational effectiveness, and operational excellence.

This is a critical leadership position for a hands-on builder who thrives in performance-driven environments and has experience aligning talent strategy with aggressive growth objectives, operational rigor, and investor expectations.

What You’ll Do

Strategic Leadership & Value Creation

• Act as a key advisor to the CEO and leadership team on all people-related matters tied to growth and value creation
• Develop and execute a people strategy that supports scaling, operational efficiency, and long-term enterprise value
• Partner with leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership capability to support rapid growth and potential M&A activity

HR Infrastructure & Scalability

• Build and optimize HR infrastructure, processes, and systems to support a scaling organization
• Establish disciplined, repeatable processes across the employee lifecycle with a focus on efficiency and consistency
• Leverage HR data and analytics to drive business insights and decision-making

Performance & Accountability

• Implement performance management frameworks that reinforce a high-performance, results-driven culture
• Partner with leadership to drive accountability, goal alignment, and measurable outcomes across the organization
• Support development of leadership bench strength and succession planning

Total Rewards & Incentive Alignment

• Design and oversee compensation structures that align with market benchmarks and performance outcomes
• Implement incentive programs that support business objectives and align with investor expectations
• Oversee benefits strategy with a focus on competitiveness and cost management

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead talent acquisition strategy to attract high-caliber talent in competitive markets
• Ensure hiring plans are aligned with growth targets, operational priorities, and financial objectives
• Support workforce planning in dynamic and evolving business conditions

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with federal, California, and local employment laws
• Proactively manage organizational risk and maintain strong governance practices
• Partner with legal and external advisors as needed

Payroll & Operational Excellence

• Oversee payroll operations with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and scalability
• Establish strong internal controls, audit readiness, and process discipline

Employee Experience & Culture

• Drive a culture of performance, accountability, and engagement
• Lead initiatives that enhance employee experience while supporting business outcomes
• Balance a people-first approach with the demands of a fast-paced, results-oriented environment

Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing HR team aligned with business priorities
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement within the function

What You Bring

• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, including 4+ years in senior/executive leadership roles
• Experience in private equity–backed, high-growth, or transformation environments strongly preferred
• Proven track record of building and scaling HR functions in evolving organizations
• Strong business acumen with the ability to link people strategies to financial and operational outcomes
• Deep expertise across HR disciplines (employee relations, compliance, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, HRIS, payroll, organizational development)
• Strong knowledge of California employment law
• Experience supporting M&A, integration, or organizational transformation is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced degree or HR certification (SPHR, SHRM-SCP) is a plus

Key Strengths

• Strategic and commercially minded leader with strong execution capability
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, performance-driven environments
• Ability to build structure and drive results amid ambiguity and change
• Strong influencing skills and executive presence
• High integrity and commitment to disciplined, compliant operations

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a private equity–backed growth journey in a multi site healthcare organization. You will help build the people, processes, and infrastructure needed to scale the organization, drive performance, and maximize enterprise value. Compensation target of $200k base salary plus bonus and equity.