Role DescriptionThe opportunityKlir is entering its next phase of growth. As we scale, we are investing in stronger leadership, clearer ways of working and a high performance culture that supports both delivery and sustainability.We are hiring a Director of People to act as a true partner to the leadership team. This role is about building the systems, standards and practices that help teams do their best work as Klir grows.This is a senior individual contributor role with full autonomy and executive trust. The title is Director, but the impact and scope are company wide.We are open to part time applicants for the right candidate.Responsibilities:Building a high performance people system.Review, redesign and run an improved performance management processes aligned to company goals.Support managers to set expectations, give feedback and lead effectively.Ensure accountability is fair, consistent and transparent.Partner with leadership on performance decisions as the company scales.Leading our hybrid working modelOwn and implement Klir's hybrid working approach including regular in person collaborationHelp teams transition smoothly with clarity and consistencyEnsure hybrid work supports productivity, connection and executionManager capability and career developmentRaise the bar on what good management looks like at Klir by ensuring one aligned system for management in Klir with effective training and alignment. Introduce simple, credible career paths and progression frameworksAlign growth, compensation and development with impact and resultsWorkforce planning and people operationsPartner with Finance and leadership on headcount planningOwn and lead end-to-end recruitment, partnering with leaders to hire high-quality talent efficiently as the company scaleEnsure policies and practices scale across Ireland, Canada and the USBalance compliance with pragmatism across jurisdictionsTrusted partner to leadershipAct as a calm, objective advisor to the C level.Help leadership make clear people decisions and execute them wellBuild trust across the organisation through consistency and fairnessActively shape and reinforce Klir's culture by translating values into clear expectations and behaviours as the organisation grows.Building culture, community and engagementIntentionally build a cooperative, high-trust culture where teams collaborate effectively across functions and geographiesStrengthen employees' sense of belonging and connection as the organisation scalesCreate mechanisms to listen to employee feedback and turn insights into actionEmbed Klir's values into everyday behaviours, rituals and ways of workingWhat success looks like?Within 6 to 12 months:Managers are confident and consistent in how they leadTeam mates are clear in their expectations and are supported to achieve their goals by their managers. Hybrid working is established and working well to drive personal health and well being through collaboration as well as effective attainment of company objectives. Performance conversations are normal, timely and constructiveThe organisation feels focused, fair and well runRequirements (Sound like you?)Required experienceSenior People or HR leadership experience in a scaling technology companyStrong judgement and comfort operating in a commercial environmentExperience supporting leaders through growth and changeAbility to operate autonomously with executive trust in a fast changing environment.Strongly preferredExperience working across Ireland, Canada and the USBackground in hybrid or distributed teamsExperience partnering closely with founder led leadership teamsPersonal attributesPractical, grounded and calmFair and empathetic without losing standardsComfortable making and supporting difficult decisionsValues clarity, trust and accountabilityOur Commitment To YouMeaningful ImpactYour work directly supports the people responsible for delivering safe drinking water and managing wastewater for millions of people.Hybrid FlexibilityWork in a hybrid model based in Dublin, balancing in-person collaboration with focused remote work.Strong Team CultureWe value honesty, accountability, and collaboration. We take our mission seriously while supporting one another and enjoying the work.Growth & DevelopmentYou'll design and evolve the company's people strategy, with the opportunity to broaden your impact across leadership, culture, and organizational effectiveness over time.Our ValuesHonesty. Audacity. Unity. These guide how we work with customers and with each other.Commitment to Your GrowthYou'll work with leaders dedicated to coaching, transparency, and helping you become your best professional self.