Job Description
Verkada is seeking a Sr. Manager/Manager of People Strategy and Programs to join their People team. This role involves developing and implementing people-focused strategies and initiatives to support Verkada's organizational strategies and growth. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in shaping the employee experience and enabling leadership success.
Role involves:
- Driving insights, operations, and strategy within the People team.
- Leading the design and execution of key people programs.
- Partnering with senior leaders and People Partners to align programs with business priorities.
- Driving change management efforts through communications and presentations.
- Identifying and implementing improvements in workflows and processes.
- Researching and benchmarking best practices to inform program design.
Requirements:
- 8+ years of professional experience in consulting, corporate strategy, or a startup, with experience in talent management, strategic workplace planning, people analytics, and/or organizational design.
- High-impact self-starter with initiative and ability to operate with little guidance.
- Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Flexibility and ability to manage change and multiple priorities.
- Process and operational thinking.
- Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional programs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong change management instincts.
- BA/BS degree; MBA or Master's degree is a plus.
Verkada offers:
- Comprehensive wellness perks, benefits, and resources.
- Healthcare programs with premiums 100% covered for the employee under at least one plan and 80% for family premiums under all plans.
- Nationwide medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- Health Saving Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Expanded mental health support.
- Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits.
- Flexible PTO and personal sick time.
- Professional development stipend.
- Wellness/fitness benefits.
- Healthy lunches provided daily.
- Commuter benefits.