Role OverviewWe're looking for a highly operational and strategic Global Head of HR to build and scale Higgsfield's global People function during a period of hypergrowth. This role will sit at the center of leadership, recruiting, operations, legal, and organizational strategy, helping establish the systems, processes, and talent infrastructure required to scale a world-class AI company globally.
You will be responsible for both hands-on execution and long-term organizational development across recruiting, people operations, compensation, performance management, compliance, organizational design, and workforce planning.
We are looking for someone who is highly execution-oriented, systems-minded, and comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.
This role will require close partnership with founders and senior leadership across both the US and international teams.
Key ResponsibilitiesGlobal People Operations & Organizational Design- Build and lead Higgsfield's global HR function across recruiting, people operations, compensation, compliance, performance management, and employee experience.
- Partner directly with founders and leadership to shape organizational structure, workforce planning, hiring strategy, and long-term talent initiatives.
- Design and implement scalable global HR systems, workflows, and operational processes to support rapid international growth.
- Drive organizational effectiveness initiatives, including team structure, leveling frameworks, performance management, and leadership support.
- Build scalable onboarding, employee development, and retention programs designed for a high-performance environment.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees on organizational effectiveness, employee relations, and scaling challenges.
Recruiting & Talent Strategy- Own and evolve the company's recruiting function, ensuring Higgsfield continues to attract and close exceptional talent across engineering, AI research, product, growth, content operations, G&A, and other critical business functions.
- Develop recruiting infrastructure, hiring processes, and employer branding initiatives that support hiring across highly competitive global talent markets.
- Partner closely with leadership to identify hiring priorities, improve recruiting efficiency, and maintain a high talent bar across all functions.
- Build scalable talent acquisition strategies across multiple geographies and organizational functions.
Compensation, Compliance & International Operations- Drive compensation, leveling, equity, and performance review processes aligned with company goals and market competitiveness.
- Establish and maintain compliant employment frameworks across the US and international entities, partnering closely with Legal, Finance, and external advisors.
- Oversee global HR operations including employment practices, workforce documentation, policies, reporting, and compliance processes.
- Support relocation, immigration, and international workforce operations where applicable.
- Drive operational excellence across HR systems, reporting, documentation, and workforce planning, with a strong emphasis on automation and scalability.
Qualifications, Skills and KnowledgeMust-Haves- Proven experience leading and scaling People Operations and Recruiting functions at high-growth technology companies.
- Experience building HR infrastructure and operational processes from early-stage through scale.
- Strong knowledge of US employment practices, compensation structures, compliance, and HR operations.
- Experience scaling international teams across multiple countries and functions.
- Track record of recruiting and retaining top-tier talent in highly competitive markets.
- Strong organizational design, workforce planning, and performance management experience.
- Exceptional communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to operate directly with founders and executive leadership.
- Highly operational mindset with the ability to work at both strategic and execution-focused levels.
- Strong business judgment and comfort operating in fast-changing, ambiguous startup environments.
- Experience managing international teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
Nice to Have- Experience with broader business operations or operational scaling initiatives.
- Experience supporting relocation, visa, and international mobility processes.
- Experience implementing HR automation, systems integrations, and scalable reporting infrastructure.
Compensation & BenefitsWe offer a competitive and thoughtfully structured compensation package designed to align with impact and growth.
Base Salary: The anticipated salary range for this role is $235,000 - $265,000 , depending on experience, skills, and location.
In addition to cash compensation, we offer equity and a benefits package to support you both professionally and personally.
