Head of People
Offer summary
Qualifications:
9+ years of experience in People Ops, HRBP, or People Partner roles., Strong knowledge of HR best practices, laws, and regulations., Experience supporting team growth in fast-paced, scaling environments., Proven ability to create or improve HR processes and programs..Key responsibilities:
- Partner with leadership to define People priorities and initiatives.
- Own and develop core HR strategies, including performance, development, and engagement.
- Design talent management and succession planning strategies.
- Oversee compensation and benefits programs and ensure compliance.
Job description
LI.FI is simplifying multichain DeFi for traditional financial institutions, fintechs and service providers by offering a unified API to access all onchain liquidity across major blockchains for best price samechain and crosschain swaps. We are a passionate team on a mission to enable a fairer, more decentralised world. Apart from the tech, we care a lot about user experience and aim to make complex technologies accessible to everyone.
Setting yourself up for successTake a moment to read the job description before applying. We want to make sure this role is the right fit for you, so you dont spend time on an application that isn’t aligned with your experience. If this one doesnt quite match, we encourage you to submit your resume to our talent pool!
A quick rundown of the jobWe’re looking for a Head of People who can build and scale the foundational people systems that help teams thrive — from performance and development to engagement and culture. You’ll play a key role in shaping how we support our people as we grow, bringing structured thinking, handson execution, and a strategic mindset to everything you do. You’ll work crossfunctionally with recruiting, operations, and leadership to cocreate scalable HR programs that support our evolving team.
Please note: You must be located in the EMEA region for this role. Your application will not be considered otherwise.
What youll doPartner with senior leadership to identify People priorities and shape initiatives that drive longterm success.
Own and evolve core HR strategies and programs from performance feedback to career development and engagement in ways that support our business goals and reflect our values.
Design and implement thoughtful talent management and succession planning strategies to futureproof the organization.
Oversee compensation and benefits programs that are competitive, fair, and aligned with our mission.
Build scalable People Ops infrastructure and processes (e.g. onboarding, documentation, tooling) with a bias for simplicity and impact.
Develop and implement learning and development programs that unlock employee potential and drive business impact.
Ensure compliance with employment laws and proactively manage risk through clear, consistent policies.
Collaborate with Recruiting and People Ops to ensure a smooth, thoughtful employee experience across the full lifecycle.
Use data to monitor and iterate on programs (e.g. pulse surveys, engagement metrics, feedback trends).
Bring fresh ideas and frameworks to the table then turn them into action.
Report directly to the COOCFO and collaborate on crossfunctional strategic initiatives.
What makes a good candidate9+ years of experience across People Ops, HRBP, or People Partner roles — ideally in fastpaced, scaling environments.
Demonstrated knowledge of HR best practices, laws, and regulations.
Proven track record supporting team growth in fastpaced, scaling environments.
Experience creating or significantly improving HR processes and programs (not just maintaining them).
Strong execution mindset with a love for systems and clarity — you’re someone who doesn’t just spot problems, but fixes them.
Comfortable working closely with leadership and giving input on orgwide people topics.
Confident communicator and collaborator — able to earn trust and build alignment.
Experience across companies of different sizes is a plus — you understand how to scale without overengineering.
Experience working with remote or distributed teams.
German language skills are a plus.
Company cultureEmbracing the differences
Embrace your own differences
Respect and welcome the unique qualities of others
See others’ differences as an opportunity to grow
Own it, do it
Own tasks endtoend
Hold yourself to a high bar for execution
Make bold decisions, and be accountable
Understand your limitations and seek for help
Fail forward
Try don’t be afraid to fail
Learn don’t make the same mistake twice
Adapt grow with the experience
Have fun together
Take the time to get to know and understand each other better
Don’t take yourself too seriously and keep it lighthearted
Fun should be coming from a place of love and respect
What you’ll getAnnual team offsites (Thailand in 2023 and Vietnam in 2024 were a blast, Marrakech in March 2025 was blastier; let’s see what happens in 2026!)
30 days of PTO
Flexible remote days
Flexible working hours
Equity participation from day 1
Entitlement to work computer (choice of equipment)
An annual 1,000€ personal development budget once you have worked 6+ months (prorated the first year)
A onetime 1,000€ remote budget to use on coworking, office setup, etc.
If you join us as an independent contractor, you’re only entitled to the first five benefits of this list.
Application processSetting yourself up for success starts with the application! Click here to discover valuable tips that will help you navigate our application process effectively.
LI.FI is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in our dedication to fostering a workplace that values and respects each team members unique contributions.
For more information, visit our page detailing our hiring process!
Take a moment to read the job description before applying. We want to make sure this role is the right fit for you, so you dont spend time on an application that isn’t aligned with your experience. If this one doesnt quite match, we encourage you to submit your resume to our talent pool!
Partner with senior leadership to identify People priorities and shape initiatives that drive longterm success.
Own and evolve core HR strategies and programs from performance feedback to career development and engagement in ways that support our business goals and reflect our values.
Design and implement thoughtful talent management and succession planning strategies to futureproof the organization.
Oversee compensation and benefits programs that are competitive, fair, and aligned with our mission.
Build scalable People Ops infrastructure and processes (e.g. onboarding, documentation, tooling) with a bias for simplicity and impact.
Develop and implement learning and development programs that unlock employee potential and drive business impact.
Ensure compliance with employment laws and proactively manage risk through clear, consistent policies.
Collaborate with Recruiting and People Ops to ensure a smooth, thoughtful employee experience across the full lifecycle.
Use data to monitor and iterate on programs (e.g. pulse surveys, engagement metrics, feedback trends).
Bring fresh ideas and frameworks to the table then turn them into action.
Report directly to the COOCFO and collaborate on crossfunctional strategic initiatives.
9+ years of experience across People Ops, HRBP, or People Partner roles — ideally in fastpaced, scaling environments.
Demonstrated knowledge of HR best practices, laws, and regulations.
Proven track record supporting team growth in fastpaced, scaling environments.
Experience creating or significantly improving HR processes and programs (not just maintaining them).
Strong execution mindset with a love for systems and clarity — you’re someone who doesn’t just spot problems, but fixes them.
Comfortable working closely with leadership and giving input on orgwide people topics.
Confident communicator and collaborator — able to earn trust and build alignment.
Experience across companies of different sizes is a plus — you understand how to scale without overengineering.
Experience working with remote or distributed teams.
German language skills are a plus.
Embracing the differences
Embrace your own differences
Respect and welcome the unique qualities of others
See others’ differences as an opportunity to grow
Own it, do it
Own tasks endtoend
Hold yourself to a high bar for execution
Make bold decisions, and be accountable
Understand your limitations and seek for help
Fail forward
Try don’t be afraid to fail
Learn don’t make the same mistake twice
Adapt grow with the experience
Have fun together
Take the time to get to know and understand each other better
Don’t take yourself too seriously and keep it lighthearted
Fun should be coming from a place of love and respect
Annual team offsites (Thailand in 2023 and Vietnam in 2024 were a blast, Marrakech in March 2025 was blastier; let’s see what happens in 2026!)
30 days of PTO
Flexible remote days
Flexible working hours
Equity participation from day 1
Entitlement to work computer (choice of equipment)
An annual 1,000€ personal development budget once you have worked 6+ months (prorated the first year)
A onetime 1,000€ remote budget to use on coworking, office setup, etc.
If you join us as an independent contractor, you’re only entitled to the first five benefits of this list.
Application process
Setting yourself up for success starts with the application! Click here to discover valuable tips that will help you navigate our application process effectively.
LI.FI is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in our dedication to fostering a workplace that values and respects each team members unique contributions.
For more information, visit our page detailing our hiring process!
What you’ll get
Company culture
What makes a good candidate
A quick rundown of the job
We’re looking for a Head of People who can build and scale the foundational people systems that help teams thrive — from performance and development to engagement and culture. You’ll play a key role in shaping how we support our people as we grow, bringing structured thinking, handson execution, and a strategic mindset to everything you do. You’ll work crossfunctionally with recruiting, operations, and leadership to cocreate scalable HR programs that support our evolving team.
Please note: You must be located in the EMEA region for this role. Your application will not be considered otherwise.
What youll do
Required profile
Experience
Other Skills
- Operations
- Distributed Team Management
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Problem Solving
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