Head of HR (Space)

TL;DR

Head of HR (Space): Leading the global HR function and serving as a strategic partner to the executive team, focusing on people strategy, organizational design, and talent management for a dynamic space tech startup. Focus on driving organizational transformation, ensuring HR compliance across international locations, and developing scalable HR processes to accelerate business success.

Location: Onsite in Helsinki, Finland, with support for relocation to Finland. Company has subsidiaries in Bristol, UK and Bariloche, Argentina.

Company

hirify.global is building software-defined satellites for next-generation space applications, transforming them into intelligent, interconnected platforms for secure data transfer.

What you will do

• Lead and develop the global HR function, covering People Operations, Organizational Development, Learning & Development, and HR Compliance.
• Translate business strategy into an actionable HR strategy and people roadmap in partnership with the executive team.
• Drive organizational design, workforce planning, and change management initiatives to support growth and efficiency.
• Own talent management, succession planning, retention programs, and leadership development across all levels.
• Design and oversee performance management processes and compensation strategy to ensure competitiveness and equity.
• Ensure HR operations are efficient, scalable, compliant with international employment law, and supported by people analytics.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience with strategic and operational responsibilities in an international environment.
• Proven experience managing HR teams and leading cross-functional HR programs for scale-ups or startups.
• Expertise in organizational design, performance frameworks, talent management, leadership development, and culture transformation.
• Deep understanding of employment law, HR compliance, and risk management with international exposure.
• Track record of building and scaling robust, data-driven HR processes across multiple geographies.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills with the ability to advise C-suite leaders.

Culture & Benefits

• Challenging but rewarding environment where ideas are heard and innovation is encouraged.
• Ambitious and supportive team motivated to change the space industry, bringing expertise from both classic and new space.
• Benefits include lunch vouchers, events, parties, occupational health care, and additional health insurance.
• Fostering an inclusive, dynamic environment where equality and diversity are valued.
• Support for relocation and integration into Finnish society.