Executive Search: CHRO

Location: Austin Metro Area Compensation: $300,000 – $375,000 base salary + performance-based bonus + equity

About the Company: Our client, a private equity-backed technology company in the Austin metro area, is seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead its people strategy, talent development, and HR operations. As the company scales, the CHRO will play a critical role in fostering a high-performance culture, implementing best-in-class HR practices, and ensuring the alignment of human capital initiatives with business objectives.

About the Role: As CHRO, you will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for building and optimizing HR processes, driving workforce planning, and enhancing talent acquisition, retention, and leadership development. You will work closely with the CEO and private equity sponsors to ensure the company's people strategy supports its aggressive growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities: Strategic HR Leadership – Develop and implement human capital strategies that align with the company's business goals and growth initiatives. Talent Acquisition & Retention – Lead executive recruiting, workforce planning, and employer branding to attract and retain top-tier technology talent. Culture & Employee Engagement – Shape a high-performance, values-driven culture that fosters employee engagement and organizational success. Compensation, Benefits & Equity Design – Develop competitive compensation structures, benefits programs, and executive incentive plans to drive performance and retention. HR Operations & Compliance – Oversee HR policies, labor laws, compliance requirements, and best practices for an efficient and scalable HR function. Leadership Development & Succession Planning – Implement training programs, leadership pipelines, and succession planning strategies to develop and retain key talent. M&A & Integration – Support organizational design, change management, and cultural integration for acquisitions and rapid expansion.

Ideal Candidate Profile: 15+ years of HR leadership experience, with prior CHRO or senior HR executive experience in a private equity-backed technology, SaaS, or software company preferred. Deep expertise in scaling HR functions for high-growth organizations, including talent strategy, culture transformation, and leadership development. Experience working with private equity firms, including driving value creation, optimizing organizational structure, and aligning HR with business strategy. Proven ability to lead through change in fast-paced, innovative environments. Strong experience managing executive compensation, incentive plans, and equity structures. Ability to build relationships with senior executives, investors, and key stakeholders. Experience integrating HR strategies post-M&A to drive synergy and cultural alignment. MBA, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR certification preferred.