Director of People Ops Los Angeles, California
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Location: Brooklyn, NY or Venice Beach, CA

Start Date: ASAP

Recently named one of WorkLife's 50 Best Places to Work and one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Whalar is a leading global Creator Company.

The Lighthouse, a division of Whalar Group, is a first-of-its-kind Campus for Creators and their teams to learn, make, and belong. To meet the ever-changing needs of creators and the evolving Creator Economy, The Lighthouse combines learning and development programs, state-of-the-art production studios, workspaces, cultural and social events, mentorship programs, and an academy — a space designed for the creator community to gather and thrive.

About the role:

As the Senior Director of People, Diversity, and Inclusion for The Lighthouse, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of HR for both the LA and NY properties. Your primary focus will be on fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. This includes managing teams, employee relations, talent acquisition, diversity initiatives, and ensuring compliance with relevant labor laws.

Here's what you'll do day-to-day:

• Build People Ops (HR) function from the ground up in conjunction with the VP of Operations including onboarding, payroll, benefits management, etc., for both LA & NY properties.
• Manage a People Coordinator and foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Serve as a crucial point of contact between executive leadership and employees.
• Deliver outstanding customer service by providing best-in-class strategic and operational HR support.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Develop and manage HR-related budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial sustainability.
• Facilitate and lead employee relations activities, including conducting internal audits and disciplinary meetings.
• Partner closely with the broader People team at the Whalar Group level to ensure cohesive and effective HR strategies.
• Bring new ideas to the table to enhance the overall People function at The Lighthouse.
• Develop, implement & challenge strategies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all aspects of The Lighthouse.
• Create initiatives and programs that support a culture of belonging.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ Years of proven experience in a People leadership role, preferably in a creative or collaborative environment.
• Strong knowledge of People functions, employee relations, operations, DEI, and hospitality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and financial resources effectively.
• Experience in team leadership and fostering a collaborative work culture.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong understanding of California labor laws.

The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $140,000 and serves as a general guideline reflecting the potential compensation for the role. The final salary offer will be determined based on a comprehensive evaluation of factors such as the candidate's experience, expertise, alignment with the position's requirements, and ultimately budget approvals.

Our values:

At The Lighthouse, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics. We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers.

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