Director, People Operations & Talent

Wellth is a pioneering digital health company.

We seek to motivate and incentivize healthy habits for high-risk patients through individualized care plans. Our approach draws on a unique combination of behavioral economics, habit science, and cutting-edge technology to drive positive behavior and habit change among some of the US's most underserved and high-needs patient populations. Our work has produced demonstrable results, with several large health insurers reporting significant reductions in hospitalization rates by up to 44% in some cases. Our ambition is to be more than just another digital health startup; we aspire to be a category leader in the $88B health outcomes market, singularly focused on improving the lives and medical outcomes of historically hard-to-engage populations. Our work immediately impacts people's lives daily; we have served over 50,000 members, prevented thousands of hospitalizations and saved lives.

You will have the opportunity to serve as a strategic HR business partner to our leadership team.

Your work will include:

• Strategic People Partnering: Take charge of recruitment and HR tasks for our exceptional team, aiding in various people initiatives from hiring and onboarding to performance management, payroll, and benefits, alongside regular business support.
• Talent Acquisition: Proactively lead the search for both technical and non-technical positions, employing innovative methods to source, evaluate, and close candidates who are passionate about our mission.
• Programmatic Innovation: Spearhead innovations in people strategies, technology, and programs to accommodate our expanding team.
• Data-Driven HR and Talent Systems Development: Implement strict operational practices and key performance indicators for the HR and Talent function, regularly reporting progress and identifying opportunities, while emphasizing a data-centric method in all activities.

You will be a member of a diverse, intellectually curious and supportive team.

You'll serve as:

• Partner to CEO and Leadership Team:
• Provide strategic advice, insights, and recommendations on HR practices and policies to match the company's goals.
• Offer data-backed analyses and perspectives on workforce dynamics and organizational structure to assist in decision-making.
• Help the executive team deal with complex employee relations issues in a way that aligns with the company's vision and values.
• Work with the executive team to help define and build the company’s culture to drive performance, attract and retain top talent

• First Line of Defense and Contact to Employee Base:
  • Act as the main contact for employees, providing support on all People and HR-related topics.
  • Implement proactive strategies to identify and resolve workplace issues, promoting a positive work environment.
  • Keep communication between workers and management open, making sure employee input is listened to and acted on.

• First Face and Brand of the Company in Hiring and Recruiting:
  • Represent the company's culture and values to potential hires, making a strong first impression that attracts top talent.
  • Develop and maintain a strong employer brand that highlights the company as an employer of choice in the industry.
  • Lead the recruitment process with a strategic approach, ensuring that each interaction reflects the company's commitment to excellence and inclusivity.

You might be the candidate we're looking for.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• 7 years of progressive experience in People Operations and/ Talent Acquisition at high-growth companies 
• Experience and excitement in working with a distributed team 
• Capability to drive people strategy, including recruiting, onboarding, learning, and development, compensation and total rewards along with diverse HR programs 
• Comprehensive knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations
• An entrepreneurial mindset and ability to think outside the box to find solutions

If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, you should still consider applying! Studies show that you can still be considered for a role if you meet just 50% of the position’s requirements.

You will enjoy working with us at Wellth.

The benefits of working with us include:

• Flexible working arrangements, supporting strong remote-first practices and tools with the option to work in our excellent gathering space in Marina Del Rey.
• Robust paid time off and generous parental leave program.
• Competitive salary & commission structure.
• Health, dental, vision insurance, and FSA/HSA plans.
• Ability to have a positive impact on people who need it most.
• Support of a highly dedicated team focused on building the future of healthcare.

Base Compensation: $160-170k bonus, equity package

Wellth is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.