Vice President, People

🕒 September 23

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

👔 Vice President

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8am

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501 - 1000 employees

Founded 2005

⚖️ Legal

☁️ SaaS

💳 Fintech

💰 Private equity on 2024-08

Legal • SaaS • Fintech

8am is a professional business platform that helps law firms, accounting firms, associations, and other professional services manage billing, payments, compliance, and case/practice workflows. The company offers a suite of SaaS products — including LawPay, MyCase, CasePeer, DocketWise, CPACharge, ClientPay, and AffiniPay — that combine payments, practice management, document and case tools, and practical AI features to automate work, improve cash flow, and maintain industry-specific compliance. 8am emphasizes secure, compliant payments (PCI Level 1, IOLTA compliance for legal), integration with other tools, and measurable time and productivity savings for professionals.

📋 Description

• Lead and develop the People Business Partner team • Own the design, delivery, and ongoing evolution of 8am's Total Rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, and recognition programs • Oversee People Systems/HRIS, ensuring data integrity, efficient processes, and decision-useful reporting • Oversee Facilities operations across 8am's offices • Own the Executive Admin function and provide strategic oversight of executive support • Partner with the Chief People Officer and executive team to translate business strategy into people programs and priorities • Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and internal policies • Build scalable programs, processes, and systems supporting growth across the U.S., Canada, Colombia, and Czech Republic • Use data and metrics to guide decisions and improve the employee experience • Represent the People function with the Executive Leadership Team and Board as needed • Mentor and develop future leaders across the organization

🎯 Requirements

• Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a similar relevant field (or equivalent experience) • 8+ years of progressive People leadership experience, including direct oversight of Total Rewards and HRIS/People Systems • Proven experience leading and developing People Business Partner teams • Strong knowledge of compensation design, benefits administration, and People systems/technology • Impeccable communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills • Strong analytical and project management skills • Strong knowledge of employment law and People compliance requirements • High emotional intelligence, sound judgment operating with ambiguity, and a demonstrated track record developing future leaders • Demonstrated command of 8am's Core Values, especially We Find a Way and Work Smart, Win Fast, with a track record of leading through ambiguity • Comfortable operating as a trusted advisor and occasional stand-in for the Chief People Officer, including at the ELT and Board level • Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills, with an objective, company-first approach to decision-making • Experience building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams

🏖️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including a 100% company-paid HDHP plan for employees • Annual bonuses • Equity options • 401(k) or RRSP if in Canada, with a company match for all team members • Flexible Time Off • Paid holidays • Parental leave program • Wellness stipends • Mental health support • One-on-one nutrition coaching • Continuous learning through 8am.edu • Leadership programs • Professional development funds • Individually focused talent development • Charitable matching gift program • Paid time off for volunteer service • Company-sponsored volunteer events, both local and virtual • Virtual and in-person team-building events • Quarterly award recognition through the Rise & Shine Award of Excellence Program • Peer-to-peer appreciation platform • Leadership Offsites eligibility • Award of Excellence trip eligibility