Chief People Officer

Job Description

We are Camunda - where your work will have real impact! Picture yourself at a company where your work isn’t just another task on a list, but a key driver of transformation for hundreds of organizations. Your work will directly shape how hundreds of enterprises like Atlassian, NASA, and Goldman Sachs – orchestrate their most critical processes to drive digital transformation. In 2024, we crossed the $100 million mark in ARR – an incredible milestone in our growth story. We’ve been named in GP Bullhound’s 2024 Top 100 Next Unicorn list, we’ve earned Flexa’s stamp as a truly flexible workplace, and we proudly hold Great Place to Work certification in both the USA and UK. As a fully remote, global company, we’re rewriting the rules of how modern businesses operate. And we’re just getting started! We are growing fast and on a mission to find the very best talent in the world. If you’re ready to bring your bold ideas to a fast-paced, dynamic team, keep reading – this role could be the one you’ve been waiting for.

About Camunda

Camunda is a leader in the enterprise automation sector, consistently growing over the last 12 years to meet or exceed industry standards in all aspects of Process Orchestration. Our unique orchestration technology cuts through complexity, delivering seamless automation across people, systems, and devices. As we continue to innovate and expand, we're seeking a visionary leader to champion our people-first approach and drive our organization forward.

Role Overview

As Chief People Officer (CPO) at Camunda, you will be a key member of the Executive Leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO. You'll lead all aspects of our People strategy, overseeing a world-class team of professionals and play a crucial role in shaping our organization's future. This position is pivotal in enabling our 2024 vision of growing to over 500 Camundis while maintaining our unique company culture and adhering to our FAITH values.

What you'll be doing:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute strategic People frameworks which enable our global company strategy, focusing on scalability and agility through organizational design in a remote environment
• Partner closely with the Senior Leadership Team and CEO to foster a high performance culture throughout Camunda

Team Management

• Oversee and develop teams across Talent Acquisition, People Business Partnering, People Operations & People Technology, and Total Rewards.
• Identify and measure organizational KPIs and OKRs for the People Team

Talent Management

• Develop and implement strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent, including programs for learning, development, career paths, and promoting equity & belonging at Camunda

Organizational Development

• Lead organizational design initiatives, ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices, and collaborate with the CEO to maintain and evolve Camunda's unique company culture.

Business Partnership

• Advise the executive team on strategic people-related matters, contribute to business planning from a people perspective, and foster a culture of innovation and long-term thinking

What You’ll Bring:

Experience

• Demonstrated track record of success leading people teams at the VP level or above
• Proven experience building and optimizing processes, systems, and structures in a high-growth company (ideally growing from less than 500 to more than 1,000 employees)
• Strong background in talent management, performance management, and organizational development
• Experience in Series A-E companies; post-IPO experience will be considered, but clear understanding of growing startups is vital. Familiarity with the IPO process is nice to have.
• Deep knowledge of documentation and how this enables a global async environment.
• Experience with local employment laws and regulations, particularly for the EMEA (we have entities in UK and Germany) and the North America (entity in the US)

Skills

• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to develop and mentor high-performing teams
• Strong business acumen, especially in relation to Series A-E companies
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in writing, with a focus on asynchronous communication
• Proficiency in implementing and managing HR technologies and systems
• Ability to thrive in a remote environment and champion remote work best practices
• Fluent in English (both written and spoken)

Personal Qualities

• Embodies Camunda's FAITH values: Focus, Ambition, Integrity, Talent, and Humor
• Growth mindset with the ability to learn and embrace new challenges quickly
• Visionary thinker who can drive innovation in HR practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Adaptable and comfortable working with a collaborative team eager to innovate and scale

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Camunda is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all employees.

If you're a visionary leader who thrives under pressure and hungers to invent the future, we invite you to join Camunda and be the architect of the next generation of automation and people management.

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What We Have to Offer:

Compensation:

Below is the annual Total Target Cash Compensation (Total Cash) range for Camundi located in one of our entities. Total Cash refers to base salary and 100% attainment of variable target, where applicable. Actual Total Cash offered will depend on factors such as skills and qualifications related to the role. To comprise the Total Rewards package, Camunda also offers equity (where applicable) in the form of a Virtual Employee Stock Option Plan and benefits based on the country of residence.

The annual Total Cash minimum for an Chief People Officer in our entities is as follows:

• United States: $280,000 to $350,000 USD
  
• EMEA/APAC: €240,000 to €300,000 EUR

If you are outside one of these countries, you would be employed by our Preferred Employer Organization (PEO), Remote.

Benefits

• A remote by design culture, we believe talent is global!
• We support our employees in maintaining a healthy work/life balance, so we offer and encourage flexible time off at Camunda. Use your flexible time for anything that helps you recharge your batteries or maintain your life outside of work.
• A home office equipment budget and the choice of hardware. Mac, Windows, Linux - you choose what works best for you or/and you can work from a coworking space.
• Social interactions are important to us! Each year, Camunda hosts a company-wide get-together in new and exciting locations. In 2024, we will be heading off to the Dominican Republic. Find out more about past annual retreats.
• We are committed to fostering a nurturing workplace where your health is prioritized and we help you to thrive. That's why we've teamed up with Modern Health to provide a global well-being program accessible to all Camundi.
• Beyond therapy and coaching sessions, Modern Health also offers guided meditations, digital wellness kits, and accessible learning content ranging from mental health, financial wellness, physical movement and more!
• To promote movement we also pay towards your fitness activities.
• Power your self-driven learning journey and elevate your skills by unlocking up to 1000 $/€/£ annually with the Professional Growth Benefit.
• We understand our employees contribute immeasurably to Camunda’s success. To allow employees to benefit from that success, every Camunda employee is offered virtual shares from our Virtual Stock Option Plan (VSOP).

More of what we offer globally & in your country can be found here.

"Everyone is welcome at Camunda” — this is a celebrated component of our culture. We strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers our people. At Camunda, we honour diverse cultures and backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other protected characteristics under applicable law. We are looking forward to your application!

Did we pique your interest? Apply now and learn more. For a complete list of jobs at Camunda, please check out: https://camunda.com/career/.