Alice & Bob is a rapidly growing deeptech company going through the R&D stage to shape the future of Quantum computing. A diverse team of brilliant minds from over 20 countries, we're on a mission to revolutionize technology and benefit humanity by building the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer with a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schrödinger cat qubit.
While we're dedicated to our work, we also value a fun and collaborative culture.
Are you ready to join us on this groundbreaking journey? Join us today!
We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Head of People to lead our People & Culture function.
Reporting to the COO, you'll be instrumental in shaping our company culture, attracting top talent within the competitive quantum industry, and building a collaborative, innovative environment.
As a key member of the leadership team, you'll provide strategic counsel on all people-related matters, ensuring our people strategy directly supports our business goals.
Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Planning: Partner with the leadership team to develop and implement a long-term strategic HR plan that supports the company's growth and vision. This includes workforce planning, succession planning, and organisational development.Culture & Values: Define, cultivate, and champion company culture and values in collaboration with the Office Management team to ensure they are embedded in all people-related processes and initiatives. Foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.Talent Acquisition: Understand Alice & Bob’s long-term vision and objectives, and develop a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition Manager to attract, recruit, and onboard top-tier talent within the quantum computing industry.Compensation & Benefits: Collaborate with the HRBP to continuously build a competitive compensation and benefits program that attracts and retains top talent. Conduct market research and ensure our offerings are aligned with industry standards.Performance Management: Continuously improve the performance management system that supports employee growth and development, provides regular feedback, and aligns individual goals with company objectives.Learning & Development: Co-create and implement learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge, particularly in the rapidly evolving quantum computing field.Employee Relations: Empower managers to handle employee relations challenges, ensuring compliance with all applicable labour laws and regulations. Develop and implement policies and procedures to address employee concerns and resolve conflicts effectively.Metrics & Reporting: Track and analyse key HR metrics to measure the effectiveness of people programs and initiatives. Provide regular reports to the leadership team on HR performance.People Operations Excellence: Leverage the team’s expertise to oversee core HR and Office Management operations, streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.Requirements:
8+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.Bachelor’s of Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.Experience in and ability to thrive in a high-growth technology scale-up environment, ideally in a deep tech or related field.Strong understanding of all aspects of HR, including talent acquisition, compensation & benefits, performance management, employee relations, and HR operations.Demonstrated ability to lead a high-performing HR team.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.Fluent English and French.Passion for our mission and the quantum computing industry.Benefits:
25-day vacation policy (as per French law) + RTTHalf of transportation cost coverage (as per French law), or yearly allowance for the die-hard bicycle usersCompetitive health benefits with Helium/AXAMeal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped kitchenParental benefits with crèche supportFlexible remote policy, up to 40 % a monthLanguage courses covered by the companyRecruitment Process:
Screening Call with Grace, Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist (45 min)Hiring Manager Interview (45 min)Technical Interview with the Team (60 min)Founders/C-level Interview (45 min)Fit Interviews (60 min)Reference checkResearch shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec.
You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer!
We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.
