About Aether

Aether is an award-winning carbon technology startup based in New York City. We transform captured carbon into valuable forms of solid carbon - starting with breathtaking diamond gemstones. Aether's air-grown diamonds are the rarest in the world and the first to have a tangible, positive impact on the environment. We are the first and only diamond producer in the world to receive B Corp certification. We toe the line between science and culture because we believe that both matter if we’re going to change the world. We view ourselves as a mission with a company and not the other way around. We aim to use commerce as an engine for change. Aether has raised over $23MM in funding to date and is growing quickly.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value and promote diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or (dis)ability. We care more about your actual qualifications than where you went to college. We believe that good ideas can come from anywhere and talent comes in many forms. If anyone understands the value of a diamond in the rough, it’s us. We are looking for exceptional people who want to do well for themselves while driving real change in the world. We believe the future is a luxury. Will you help us shape it?

About the Role

Aether is looking for a highly motivated Head of People to join our team. This role reports directly to the CEO while also supporting all teams across the company. The Head of People will be responsible for establishing and leading all Human Resources & Talent Acquisition functions for the company, including recruitment, continued learning and professional development, performance management, payroll & benefits administration, organizational development, employee relations, and policy and compliance. This role will also be responsible for building out our internal People & Talent team as the company continues to grow. It is important that this individual integrates and maintains all diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) practices in order to ensure the culture of the company is aligned with all business practices. This role will be responsible for setting the overall direction and guidance of the HR & talent functions to grow and enhance the Aether experience for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Establish Aether as an employer of choice within the climate technology sector and NYC geographic area
• Lead all strategic and tactical efforts related to HR & recruiting
• Implement DEIA
• Develop innovative strategies to drive growth at Aether
• Identify, develop, and evaluate a People/Talent strategy, based on knowledge of the company’s objectives and market best practices in alignment with the company's vision and values
• Lead the development of Talent strategies that identifies top-talent and unique contributions to the organization’s capabilities and culture
• Lead the People/Talent department in the analysis and evaluation of employee performance, identification of gaps, and creation of strategies from those analyses to cultivate talent and improve performance at all levels of the business
• Develop policies and programs that drive high engagement and a positive impact on people and company culture
• Maintaining the standards for B-Corp certification
• Ensure that Aether is implementing policies that align with our core values
• Serve as the owner and subject matter expert for corporate compliance, ERISA, OSHA, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, COBRA, equal employment, workers compensation plans, policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal,state laws, and international laws
• Manage the company’s ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) policy, compliance and reporting

Qualifications

• Based in or near NYC
• 7+ years of HR and Talent Acquisition experience w/ 3+ years as an HR/Talent leader
• DEI expertise with 3+ years of practical experience
• Broad experience with human resources practices and disciplines with a focus on developing, leading, and/or managing programs and operations
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment
• Experience working in self-managed, decentralized work environments
• Future-focused, with an eye on the current challenges and opportunities to address today’s needs and future possibilities
• Must show experience building partnerships at an executive level
• Demonstrated experience building collaborative relationships that lead to the successful execution of defined goals
• Experience working with geographically dispersed teams
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Strong ability to problem solve quickly and effectively
• High emotional intelligence
• Excellent communication skills
• 4-year undergraduate/graduate degree(s) (e.g. BS, BA, MS, MBA, etc.)

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Job-specific certification(s)(e.g. SHRM, HRCI, DEI, etc.)
• Interest in organizational design/productivity
• Interest/knowledge in climate/carbon technology landscape
• Proficient with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Slack, Asana
• Experience setting up and selecting insurance, 401k and other vendors
• Experience with Insperity and/or similar PEOs

Employment Type

• Full-time
• Hybrid attendance model: WFH Mon & Fri, in-office Tues-Thurs

Compensation & Benefits

Our goal is to reward the right candidate with the chance to grow professionally and financially with our company.

• Base salary: $145,000 - $155,000
• Competitive performance bonus
• Competitive stock option package
• Minimum 3-week mandatory vacation policy
• Robust medical, dental and vision insurance packages
• 401K retirement plans available
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Diverse & inclusive culture
• Countless opportunities to make a real difference in the world

Please Note:

Studies show that men are likely to apply for jobs for which they meet only 60% of the qualifications, while women and other marginalized groups are much more likely to hesitate unless they meet 100% of the listed requirements. We don’t think that’s right. At Aether, we are inspired by what’s possible, and we are actively working to create a new, better reality. So, even if you do not meet every requirement or check every box, we encourage all who are interested to apply.