People Director (HR)

TL;DR

People Director (HR): Managing people strategy and business execution for the US workforce with an accent on organizational effectiveness and manager enablement. Focus on driving business performance through data-driven HR insights and the integration of AI into HR workflows.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the US)

Salary: $163,000 - $288,000

Company

Ethos is a leading life insurance technology company transforming the insurance experience for consumers, agents, and carriers through a robust technology platform.

What you will do

• Partner with executive and senior leadership to drive organizational effectiveness, headcount decisions, and change management.
• Serve as the primary HR expert for US managers, providing guidance on hiring, performance, and complex employee situations.
• Build and maintain people dashboards to surface insights on turnover, performance distribution, and engagement.
• Collaborate with HR Operations to translate business needs into scalable tools, processes, and AI-powered workflows.
• Resolve complex employee relations matters and maintain organizational compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Advise on compensation and total rewards to ensure consistency, equity, and competitiveness.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, specifically in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Must be based in the United States.
• Strong data fluency with the ability to translate people metrics into actionable recommendations.
• Proven experience integrating AI tools into HR workflows such as talent acquisition and workforce analytics.
• Deep knowledge of US employment law and compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.

Culture & Benefits

• AI-forward environment that leverages technology for speed and precision in HR operations.
• Performance-oriented culture measuring success by business outcomes and manager effectiveness.
• Commitment to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.
• Comprehensive US benefits package including health insurance and other corporate perks.