Chief People Officer (CPO)

About flō optics

flō is a tech startup based in Israel, developing a new digital printing technology for coatings of optical lenses. We are looking for a talented, highly experienced CPO/Peoples Manager to join our team and help navigate the company and its people in the journey to disrupt the Eyewear Manufacturing Industry.

As CPO / People Manager, you will act as a strategic advisor to the executive team on HR matters and organizational development. You will play a key role in streamlining a dynamic, fast-growing, and complex work environment by collaborating with individuals and supporting them in navigating challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team on all matters related to human capital, providing insights and data to guide decisions on growth, restructuring, and culture initiatives.
• Streamlining inter-team communication, openness and mediation of employee disputes, fostering an organizational culture of innovation while maintaining morale and motivation.
• Develop and implement strategies to attract top talent, streamline recruitment, enhance employer branding, and foster retention through career development and engagement initiatives.
• Building infrastructure, processes and HR policies to support an organization that employs between 60-100 employees, at various sites in Israel and around the world.
• Develop and enforce compliance with legal regulations, labor laws and workplace safety including relevant documentation and thinking about development and growth.
• Planning and building employee benefit programs, developing performance indicators and establishing reward programs, career development initiatives and engagement to ensure employee needs and organizational values.
• Training managers in team workflow while identifying skills gaps and identifying leadership potential.

Skills:

• Peoples Person: Demonstrate strong emotional intelligence (EQ) and the ability to sense where involvement is needed. Maintain open and ongoing communication with team members to stay informed about organizational dynamics.
• Problem-Solving Expertise: Identify and address situations requiring attention by leveraging exceptional interpersonal skills. For example, work to resolve conflicts or challenges between team members, ensuring smoother collaboration and improved organizational efficiency.
• Conflict Resolution and Sensitivity: Address conflicts and disharmony within the organization by identifying key stakeholders and facilitating resolution through sensitivity, empathy, and compassion. Apply soft skills effectively to foster a harmonious work environment.
• Approachability: Be a highly approachable individual who team members feel comfortable approaching with concerns or feedback.
• Effective Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas and address issues clearly and diplomatically.
• Trust and Reliability: Exhibit trustworthiness and build strong, credible relationships within the organization.
• Team-Oriented: Collaborate effectively with others, always prioritizing the company’s overall success.
• Composure Under Pressure: Deliver results and manage situations effectively, even in high-stress environments.
• Fluency in English: Communicate fluently in English to facilitate interactions across diverse teams and regions.
• Willingness to Travel: Be available for occasional travel (approximately once every four months) to the company’s offices in Zurich, Switzerland, to address people-related matters.