Interim Director of Talent and People

CreatorIQ is the AI-native operating system for creator-led growth trusted by more than 1,300 global brands and agencies.

Were on a mission to make businesses more human, and humans more impactful. We operate by our values be intentional, pursue excellence every day, embrace the journey together, and be a good human every day. CreatorIQ has earned the title of best companies to work for in multiple programs, including BuiltIn LA and NY, was named a Leader by The Forrester New Wave : Influencer Marketing Solutions, and recognized by G2 as a Leader, Best Customer Relationship, G2 Top 100 Fastest-Growing Products, and rated 5 stars on Influencer MarketingHub. We operate in a flexible work model that combines both in-person and remote work to boost collaboration, enhance innovation, and adapt to individual work styles.

We're seeking passionate, innovative minds to join our journey. Be a part of our dynamic team and let's transform the industry together!

Interim Director of Talent and People

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Interim Director of Talent and People to join our People team for a 69 month leave coverage, with the potential to transition into a full-time HR Business Partner role. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, this leader will play a pivotal role in advancing our talent acquisition, people development, and employee experience initiatives while ensuring continuity for our global teams.

This position is remote, with flexibility to collaborate effectively across time zones and build strong partnerships with teams throughout EMEA and APAC.

In this role, youll get to :

Lead and coach a two-person recruiting team, including a contractor providing interim support, aligning hiring with company growth priorities and our evolution toward a high-performing culture.

Deliver a seamless, high-quality candidate experience while driving efficient, equitable, and data-informed hiring practices.

Partner with the Chief People Officer on talent strategy, workforce planning, and initiatives that strengthen engagement, retention, and organizational performance.

Collaborate with global HR peersincluding Compensation & Benefits, HRIS, and People Analyticsto ensure consistency in people programs while adapting to local needs.

Coach and partner with hiring managers and leaders to enhance recruiting effectiveness, build interviewing capability, and support transparent, equitable, data-driven decision-making.

Oversee key programs such as new hire assessments, onboarding mixers, and immigration support to ensure smooth integration and engagement for new team members.

Support the full team member life cyclefrom onboarding through offboardingwith a red carpet mindset that emphasizes fairness, consistency, and care.

Contribute to broader HR initiatives, including organizational design, performance programs, and engagement efforts that advance a high-performing culture.

Collaborate with leadership to anticipate workforce needs, guide transitions, and ensure clear communication during organizational changes and hiring shifts.

Promote and exemplify CreatorIQs RICH HR valuesRespect, Integrity, Consistency, and Honestyin all decisions, relationships, and programs.

This interim role plays a critical part in maintaining recruiting momentum and advancing key people initiatives during a period of team transition.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret : there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. Have 50% of the criteria? Excited about this opportunity? Passionate about what we do at CreatorIQ? Please apply! CreatorIQ is a place where everyone can grow.

Who you are and what youll need for this position :

810+ years of progressive global HR experience

Proven experience leading talent acquisition strategies and teams, ideally within high-growth or technology-enabled organizations.

Proficiency in Ashby, BambooHR, and other HR systems that enable scalable, automated, and insight-driven people practices.

Working knowledge of immigration processes and compliance for global or cross-border teams.

Deep understanding of employment law and best practices in employee relations, compliance, and engagement.

Adept at using people data to inform strategy and decision-making.

Strong business acumen with the ability to balance empathy and execution.

Passion for building trust, simplifying complexity, and helping people perform at their best.

Ability to work remotely while maintaining overlap with EMEA / APAC hours as needed for global collaboration.

Demonstrated strength in people development, with experience building or managing programs that foster learning, leadership, and connection (e.g., onboarding, new hire assessments, manager enablement).

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret : there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. Have 50% of the criteria? Excited about this opportunity? Passionate about what we do at CreatorIQ? Please apply! CreatorIQ is a place where everyone can grow.

Who we are :

CCreatorIQ is the AI-native operating system for creator-led growth. Trusted by more than 1,300 global brands and agenciesincluding Burson, Delta Air Lines, Google, LVMH, Nestl, and SephoraCreatorIQ unifies creator marketing across paid, owned, earned, commerce, and community into one seamless, enterprise-grade ecosystem. With industry-leading intelligence infrastructure, rigorous compliance and security standards, and integrations with Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, and more, CreatorIQ empowers brands and agencies to harness the creator economy as a strategic growth engine. CreatorIQ is a global company headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Austin, New York, San Francisco, London, Manila, and Warsaw. Learn more at www.creatoriq.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram .

At CreatorIQ, we believe that diversity is the key to unlocking our full potential. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and empowering work environment where everyone can thrive, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes us unique. By embracing our core values of being intentional, pursuing excellence every day, embracing the journey together, being a good human, and staying focused on what's important, we create an atmosphere that promotes collaboration and growth. Join us to celebrate differences, innovate together, and be a part of a business that is disrupting the marketing industry.