Interim Head of People

New York, New York, USA Temp to Hire
$ 65 - $ 108 per hour 04-02-2026 19:32:46 Job ID: HR1445515NYC_1775158366

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Our client, a fast-growing tech start-up, is seeking an Interim Head of People to join its leadership team in New York City for 3 months with potential for conversion. This person will play a critical role in stabilizing and scaling people operations during a period of transformation, leadership transition, and systems implementation. The ideal candidate is a successful, experienced start-up HR leader who has built and scaled small organizations. If this sounds like you, please apply to learn more!

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field, required; HR certification, preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally at the Senior Director, Head of People, or VP level, required.
  • Hands-on experience implementing to a PEO and HRIS platform; Rippling experience strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience leading end-to-end people operations, including payroll, benefits, performance management, employee relations, employee engagement, and compliance, required.
  • Exposure to large-company best practices with hands-on experience in a small or high-growth environment, preferred.
  • Proven ability to operate independently in lean environments, establish credibility quickly, manage sensitive matters with discretion, and partner effectively with executive leadership.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to balance strategic leadership and day-to-day execution while maintaining a high-touch, people-first approach.

The pay for this role is $65-$108/hour.

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

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