Chief People Officer (CPO) - Kilo

Chief People Officer (CPO)

Vilnius
Human Resources
Kilo
Full-time
C-level
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About the team

Kilo is a co-founding partner for high-velocity venture take-offs. We combine concepts, funding, and teams to launch ventures at full speed. We invest from pre-seed to Series A and co-found businesses to scale them faster.

Here, you’ll find people who think like entrepreneurs, move fast, and make bold decisions that reinvent the health and wellness industry.

Get ready to

  • Develop and implement an HR strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives

    Lead the Human Resources, Office Operations, and Culture & Events teams.

  • You will have 10+ direct reports and more than 20 people working within a full portfolio under CPO

    L&D: Together with L&D Manager build the strategy for the learning and development programs aligned with business needs

  • Comp&Ben: Work to refine and improve our compensation and benefits programs to attract, motivate, and retain employees

  • Recruitment: Together with the Head of Recruitment and business stakeholders, plan for future hires and hire according to that plan. Build a strategic plan for the office expansion outside Lithuania HQ to acquire necessary competencies

  • Data and Analytics: you will efficiently collect and select the right metrics that will lead to impactful reporting and change

  • Oversee employee engagement and ensure a positive and inclusive work environment

  • Drive organizational change and transformation initiatives

  • Build a strong relationship with different business’ CEOs, and provide HR solutions and support

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We expect you to

  • Have more than 7-10 years of experience in a Human Resources executive position(s). In those roles, you had at least 3 levels reporting to you (heads of department(s), team leads, and ICs)

  • Have experience in C-level role within a complex organization

  • Have a deep understanding of recruiting tactics, metrics, and capacity planning

  • Have in-depth expertise in employment law and regulatory compliance

  • Have strong project management skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with board and executive teams

  • Have extensive experience as a trusted advisor to CEOs, demonstrating strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities

  • Experience in Startup(s) or highly appreciated

  • Have experience in high-growth environments. As an example, you could have worked at an organization that has more than doubled the number of team members year over year

  • Have the ability to engage, motivate & inspire People while demonstrating great communication skills in the English language.

Salary

Gross salary range is 7 500 – 10 000 EUR/month.

Location

We have plenty of amazing workspaces you can choose from: our awesome headquarters in Vilnius, and super cool hubs in Kaunas, Klaipėda, and Riga!

For Vilnius: 4 days onsite, 1 flexible day remote. Meanwhile, in Kaunas: onsite, hybrid, or remote options are available depending on the role.

Speaking of perks:

Own your wellness
Stay sharp and well in your own way – health insurance (after probation), on-site physiotherapist, office gym, and fitness classes keep you moving. Plus 7 extra days off, 3 for weddings, hybrid work, and the freedom to work 2 months from anywhere in the world.

Boost your daily life
Every breakthrough needs a spark and our daily setup reflects that. Pet-friendly office, fresh breakfasts, hot lunches, drawers and fridges stocked with snacks and food – for a quick bite or even a team-cooked meal together. Rooftop and cellar events keep things lively, while 10 social clubs give space to dive into passions and try new things. Add a public transport card for Vilnius and Perks.lt perks for smoother days.

Shape your growth path
Builders never stop learning. Coaching, mentorship, training, conferences, online courses, subscriptions, books – you’ve got a €1100 yearly budget to fuel personal or team growth. You pick the path – we’ll back you all the way.

Drive global impact
This is where ambition scales. Build impact across 30+ brands worldwide. Launch bold projects. Even step in as a co-founder – we reward those who push further. And if you bring in more great people, you get €1500 for every successful referral.

*additional conditions apply based on your residence location.

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