SVP, People

How We Show Up for Our Patients At Somatus, care goes beyond treatment. Through our whole‑person approach, we’re redefining what care looks like—showing up #SomatusStrong for our teammates and patients. Our mission: to be the world’s best value‑based care provider of integrated kidney and cardiovascular care. With a focus on chronic kidney and cardiovascular health, we partner closely with health plans, health systems, and provider groups to deliver integrated care for patients with, or at risk of, kidney disease, congestive heart failure, and related conditions. From clinicians and advocates to strategists, we hire exceptional talent—the brightest and boldest—each playing a critical role in driving change and creating healthier futures for patients. How We’ll Support You We offer 25+ health, growth, and wealth work perks to help teammates be the best version of themselves, including: Subsidized personal healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental & Vision, plus Wellness programs Paid Time Off: Flexible Professional development: CEU and tuition reimbursement We need a strategic, scrappy change agent who thrives on transformation and elevating the Teammate experience—turning obstacles into opportunities. You will harness curiosity to uncover what’s working, what’s not, and how to pioneer meaningful change, driving culture forward in a fast‑paced, constantly evolving environment. How You’ll Make an Impact Champion Somatus’ vision to be a best‑in‑class employer by deeply understanding Teammate sentiment—celebrating wins, identifying pain points, and uncovering development needs—and translating these insights into actionable strategies with the executive team. Build and scale HR infrastructure, compensation frameworks, and strategic programs that elevate the function and support organizational growth. Foster a culture of data‑driven decision‑making within HR, leveraging advanced human capital analytics to improve efficiency, enhance the Teammate experience, and drive measurable outcomes. Driving a Positive and Teammate‑Centric Culture Ignite organizational and talent development efforts focused on engagement, culture, performance, learning, and leadership development to support continuous evolution. Design and implement performance and talent management systems that empower individuals and teams, aligning their work with Somatus’ mission and values. Partner with leadership to build robust succession planning and leadership development programs that ensure a strong internal talent pipeline. Develop innovative strategies to attract, engage, and retain top talent, adapting to the dynamic needs of the business. Advance diversity, equity, and inclusion through intentional programs that foster a vibrant, high‑performing workforce. Guide change‑management initiatives that support rapid growth, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with strategic goals. Executive Partnership & Culture Building You will assist with strategic advisement to the senior leadership team, aligning people strategy with business objectives to accelerate growth and performance. Work side‑by‑side with senior leaders to cultivate a high‑performance culture through clear goal setting, accountability, and outcome‑driven execution. Provide leadership with cross‑functional HR initiatives, including People Operations, Total Rewards, and organizational development, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and delivering consistent, scalable results. HR Business Partners Partner with the VP of HR in leading and developing a team of HR Business Partners who are embedded in the business, providing strategic guidance and driving talent outcomes. Partner with the VP of HR and HRBPs to deliver human capital planning, Teammate relations, and organizational design solutions that align with business strategy. Talent Acquisition & Attraction Lead a high‑impact talent acquisition function that anticipates workforce needs and deploys agile recruiting strategies to support growth. Collaborate with the marketing team to build a compelling employer brand that positions Somatus as a top destination for healthcare talent. Drive a scalable, high‑volume recruitment engine focused on healthcare professionals, emphasizing speed, quality, and predictability. People Operations & Analytics Assist in shaping HR systems, processes, and reporting to ensure operational excellence, compliance, and a seamless user experience. Leverage actionable, data‑rich insights on key HR metrics, such as engagement, retention, and rewards, to inform leadership decisions and tell an impactful story. Ensure HRIS platforms provide real‑time analytics that support strategic talent planning and business outcomes. Total Rewards Develop and execute a competitive Total Rewards strategy aligned with Somatus’ business goals, including market‑based compensation, equity, and incentive programs. Provide leadership on executive compensation and incentive design to reinforce performance and align with strategic priorities. Qualifications A versatile and visionary people leader – At least 15 years of HR leadership experience with proven success in talent management, total rewards, and Teammate engagement. Experience developing and leading high‑performing HR teams, fostering productive environments, and continuously improving the HR function to meet the evolving needs of the organization. A bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications A culture shaper with conviction – Passion and tenacity for building inclusive, values‑driven environments where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to do their best mission‑centric work. A scaling strategist – Previous SVP‑level experience within healthcare services or a similar high‑growth, decentralized organization is strongly preferred; proven experience with a track record of scaling teams beyond 1,500 members. A momentum‑driven maven – Demonstrated track record of implementing strategic HR initiatives that drive measurable business results in fast‑paced, rapidly growing environments. A strategic and savvy influencer – Ability to advise and collaborate with senior leaders to achieve business objectives through effective HR strategies, operations, and tactics while building relationships, influencing decisions, and driving cultural change across diverse, geographically distributed teams. A builder in motion – Expertise in designing and implementing comprehensive HR strategies, including talent acquisition, total rewards, performance management, organizational design, and culture transformation. A storyteller of data and key insights – Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights that inform strategic decisions and optimize human‑capital outcomes. Our Commitment to Diversity Other Requirements: This job description is not intended to cover or include a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Our Commitment to Diversity: At Somatus, we celebrate what makes us unique—our people. We believe that a culture intentionally built to foster and support our unique passions, experiences, and perspectives fuels us in the pursuit of our mission. Somatus, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. #J-18808-Ljbffr Somatus - Revolutionizing Kidney Care