Vice President, Human Resources

Remote

Antenna is an integrated marketing and communications agency focused on climate, real estate, mobility, health, and more. We combine deep domain knowledge with proven integrated marketing solutions to help innovative, impact-driven companies amplify their vision, supercharge their growth, and inspire action. We believe that conscious brands can deliver consequential change because brand impact demands brand cognizance.

We are looking for an individual who can contribute a diverse perspective and new ideas to the Antenna community. We celebrate differences among our staff and encourage everyone to be their authentic selves. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and remain committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, supportive, and respectful environment where each Ant feels a sense of dignity, belonging, and acceptance.

As the Vice President, Human Resources, you will play a critical role in shaping and driving Antenna Group’s people strategy. You will be responsible for fostering a dynamic and collaborative workplace that attracts, engages, and retains top talent while ensuring alignment with our business objectives. As a strategic advisor to the leadership team and the primary point of contact for our employees, you will champion a culture of transparency, equity, and growth. We expect all of our employees to be superior communications and marketing practitioners as well as kind and empathetic human beings committed to building a culture of trust.

This role requires a people-first leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and brings deep expertise in HR strategy, employee engagement, and organizational development.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Talent Acquisition & Retention 

• Lead recruiting efforts to attract top talent across all levels, ensuring a diverse and high-performing workforce.

• Develop and implement talent retention strategies that align with Antenna Group’s culture and business needs.

• Partner with department heads to forecast hiring needs and develop strategic workforce planning initiatives.

Employee Experience & Engagement 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, ensuring a supportive and responsive HR function.

• Provide strategic leadership for the Antenna Collective, our combined Culture and DEIA team, ensuring initiatives and programming reflect and strengthen our values, foster belonging, and support a vibrant, inclusive workplace culture.

• Plan and implement initiatives that engage both hybrid and fully remote staff through connection, recognition, and shared experiences—ensuring a cohesive culture that bridges geographic and schedule differences.

• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring seamless transitions and a positive employee experience.

HR Strategy & Leadership 

• Provide strategic counsel to the executive team on people-related matters.

• Oversee performance management cycles, feedback, and career development programs.

• Collaborate with leadership to implement policies and programs that enhance company culture and employee satisfaction.

• Work closely with operations and leadership teams on resource management, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.

Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations 

• Manage compensation structures and benefits programs to ensure market competitiveness and alignment with company goals.

• Collaborate with finance and department leads on compensation planning to ensure competitive and equitable pay structures.

• Work closely with the finance team on payroll processing.

• Lead the management of the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all HR processes.

• Oversee the administration of employee leave policies in partnership with an external vendor.

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices across North American and European operations.

• Serve as the HR lead for vendor management related to benefits, payroll, and HR services in North America and Europe.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

• Agency experience preferred.

• Experience using and optimizing Rippling, Greenhouse, Culture Amp, or similar HR technology platforms.

• Expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and benefits.

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements in the U.S. (experience with Canadian and European HR practices is a plus).

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.

• A strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution.

• Passion for building and sustaining a culture of belonging, innovation, and excellence.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Collaborative, proactive, and persistent mindset.

• Curious nature and the desire to challenge the status quo.

• Passion for Antenna’s sectors and a determination to make an impact.

• Drive to deliver an invaluable client service experience.

• Desire to leverage innovative technology to drive impact for our clients and optimize the delivery of great work.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and matching 401K.

• Time off is required. We want our ants to rest, relax, and recharge, so we offer a tiered PTO system-based tenure at the agency with 18 PTO days to start and Winter Recess.

• We value and celebrate diversity. Our staff come from different backgrounds, and we honor their various religious and cultural observances by offering Floating Holidays and Heritage Month celebrations.

• Early Fridays are for all year round. Summer Fridays are great, which is why we extend them throughout the year.

• Service is in our DNA. We offer a paid day off every year to volunteer with an organization that is meaningful to you.

• Tenure is valued and rewarded. In addition to tiered PTO and professional development stipends based on tenure, we offer Sabbatical Leave to our seasoned Ants.

• We invest in our Growth-Stage Ants. We connect Ants with Mentors/Allies and other practices for guidance, advice, friendship, and networking.

• We were hybrid before it was cool.

• Growth is the key to our collective success. We offer career development, training, and mobility.

• Connection and relationship building is everything. We offer regular outings, virtual events, interest Slack channels, and happy hours.