- Develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with Read AI's mission and growth objectives.
- Build and lead the People/HR function, including managing recruiting and office operations.
- Lead end‑to‑end talent acquisition, partnering with hiring managers to attract, recruit, and retain top talent.
- Develop scalable hiring, onboarding, performance, compensation, and engagement programs.
- Partner with executives on workforce planning, organizational design, and manager enablement.
- Oversee benefits, payroll, and multi‑state compliance.
- Drive culture, internal communications, and performance initiatives across the company.
- Use data and analytics to inform People strategy, decision‑making, and retention.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to managers and employees at all levels.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in HR/People leadership, with a focus on SaaS or technology solutions.
- Proven track record of building and scaling HR functions in high‑growth, early‑stage startup environments, including implementing processes and exceeding KPIs.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise at all levels.
- Strong business acumen and ability to align people strategy with organizational goals.
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective HR programs and solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional team environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or HR certification a plus.
- Innovative: We bring AI to the masses with proactive technology that acts as the ultimate AI assistant.
- Massive Impact: AI's greatest impact will be allowing people to do more by freeing them from mundane tasks.
- Growth Opportunities: Read AI is the fastest growing AI‑copilot and meeting notetaker in history, adding more than 1 MM new customers every month.
- Leadership: Learn more about our founders – CEO and Co‑Founder David Shim, CTO and Co‑Founder Rob Williams, and VP of Data Science Elliott Waldron – whose vision is driving our technology.
- Collaborative Culture: Supportive and collaborative environment with a diverse and talented team.
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Director of People - Seattle - Read AI
Description
Director of People – Read AI
About Us
Read AI is building the storage of intelligence to drive the future of AI. We help individuals and teams stay on track across meetings, email, messages, and every major productivity tool. We handle mundane tasks such as notes, scheduling, prioritization, and information sharing so people can focus on what matters.
Backed by $81 M from Smash Capital, Madrona, and Goodwater Capital, we're growing fast and looking for builders who want to shape the future of AI-powered work.
The Role
Read AI is hiring a Director of People to build and scale our People and HR function as we scale our adoption in‑market. You'll lead talent acquisition, HR operations, performance programs, and culture development. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you'll design the foundational People systems for a rapidly scaling AI startup.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Why Read AI?
The annual base salary ranges from $140,000 – $190,000 plus equity and benefits. Base pay is a guideline; total compensation varies based on qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer low deductible health plans, flexible time off, and family leave programs.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Location: Seattle, WA
Employment Type: Full‑time
Seniority Level: Director
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