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Head of People

Black Forest Labs (BFL) is a research-led visual AI company founded in Freiburg, Germany, whose tech powers products used by millions. As BFL scales from ~50 to 150+ employees across Europe and the US, they're hiring their first Head of People to build the People function, systems, and culture that will enable rapid hiring, retention of top researchers and engineers, and global operational compliance.

Skills

  • Strategic people leadership with hands-on operational delivery.
  • Experience designing scalable HR systems and processes (HRIS, ATS, payroll, benefits).
  • Strong knowledge of European and US employment frameworks and compliance.
  • Data-driven decision-making and HR metrics experience.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and executive advising skills.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the global People strategy aligned to business growth and values.
  • Partner with Recruiting to scale hiring processes, candidate experience, and employer value proposition.
  • Advise founders and senior leadership on org design, compensation strategy, performance frameworks, and people risk.
  • Build and operate People operations: contracts, payroll, benefits, HRIS/ATS integrations, and global mobility.
  • Design and implement scalable performance reviews, career frameworks, and leadership development programs.
  • Hire, mentor, and lead a high-impact HR/People Ops team.
  • Develop retention strategies for critical R&D and engineering talent in a competitive market.
  • Drive inclusion, culture, and values alignment across Germany, UK, US, and other markets.

Education

  • Degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) preferred but not required.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and meaningful equity package
  • Hybrid/remote-friendly working and flexible hours
  • Comprehensive health benefits (region-appropriate plans in US/UK/EU)
  • Relocation and visa support where applicable
  • Learning & development budget and leadership coaching
  • Generous parental leave and paid time off
  • Modern tools, hardware stipend, and team offsites
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$160,000/yr - $260,000/yr
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DATE POSTED
November 6, 2025
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