VP of People and Culture

Freedx is seeking a VP People and Culture/People and Culture Director to join us in an exciting period of scaling and growth.

Who We Are

Freedx is a newly established cryptocurrency exchange dedicated to providing a seamless, secure, and innovative trading experience. Our team comprises experienced professionals from the crypto, finance, and technology sectors, all passionate about driving the future of digital finance. At FreedX, we are committed to creating a platform that empowers our clients with the freedom to manage their digital assets confidently and efficiently.

Our Vision:

At FreedX, our vision is to be the most trusted and reliable cryptocurrency exchange, offering unparalleled freedom and scalability to our clients. We aim to build a platform where users can trade and manage their assets with complete peace of mind, knowing that their security and reliability are our top priorities. We strive to continuously innovate and adapt to the evolving needs of the crypto market, ensuring that our clients have access to the best tools and services to achieve their financial goals. Join us on our journey to redefine the standards of digital asset trading and experience the freedom, reliability, and scalability that FreedX has to offer.

Role:

As our People and Culture Manager, you will be instrumental in shaping FreedX's high-performance culture and setting up the strategy from the ground up. You will partner closely with leadership to develop and execute strategies aligned with our rapid growth and ambitious goals. This role demands a strategic thinker, a hands-on mentality, and someone who can navigate the complexities of a dynamic, crypto-native environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Implement organizational strategies that enhance inclusion, engagement, transparency, and accountability.
2. Function as a strategic partner and business advisor to leadership to drive workforce excellence and productivity.
3. Develop operational plans and policies that focus on talent attraction, employee retention, development, and progress.
4. Develop and implement performance assessment and management systems to drive employee development, recognition, and goal achievement.
5. Initiate and implement strategic projects that foster a high-performance culture and strong employer brand.
6. Develop employee grading systems and practices to ensure fairness in terms of compensation structure.
7. Utilize HR data to inform strategic decisions and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience as a People and Culture Leader in a fast-paced, high-growth tech startup, crypto, or financial services company.
2. Previous experience in building performance assessment and grading systems in complex organizations.
3. Strong understanding of cryptocurrency market dynamics (very desirable) and the challenges of a global workforce (Employment of Record etc).
4. Experience in building and scaling People and Culture functions in a startup environment.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based discretionary bonuses.
• Health insurance for you and your dependents.
• Flexible work schedule, hybrid/remote work opportunity.
• Visa assistance for you and your dependents (Dubai only).
• Generous paid leave.
• Opportunity for professional development, participation in industry events.

FreedX is an equal opportunity employer. We stand for an open and inclusive work environment that fosters the well-being of everyone. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our people unique.