VP People

Today’s world is crime-riddled. Criminals are everywhere, invisible, virtual, and sophisticated. Traditional ways to prevent and investigate crime and terror are no longer enough…

Technology is changing incredibly fast. The criminals know it, and they are taking advantage of it. We know it too.

For nearly 30 years, the incredible minds at Cognyte around the world have worked closely together and put their expertise to work, to keep up with constantly evolving technological and criminal trends and help make the world a safer place with leading investigative analytics software solutions.

We are defined by our dedication to doing good and this translates to business success, meaningful work friendships, a can-do attitude, and deep curiosity.

The VP People is a strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing the company’s people’s strategy across multi-functional and global teams: Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Employee Experience, People Tech and Facilities. This role ensures a cohesive and forward-thinking approach to building a thriving workplace culture, supporting employee growth, and aligning People initiatives with business objectives.

As a Cognyter you will:

• Executive Partnership and Strategic Vision: As a member of the People management, you will partner closely with the executive team to develop a comprehensive and forward-looking global People strategy that directly supports our business objectives and drives organizational success
• Leading People Excellence: You will lead, manage, and inspire our high-performing global People team. You will drive creativity and excellence across key disciplines, including Talent Acquisition, Global Rewards, Employee Experience, and People Technology, ensuring all functions operate at the highest level
• Global Facilities Management: You will oversee our global facilities strategy, including budget management, operational controls, and ensuring a safe, productive, and inspiring work environment across all our locations worldwide
• Unique Footprint: You will be responsible for defining and enhancing our People's (HR) unique footprint, by designing and implementing exceptional employee experience that drives engagement, supports performance, and drives our company culture and values forward, aligns with company goals.
• Data-Driven Leadership: Utilize people’s analytics and insights to inform strategic decisions, optimize our programs, and measure the effectiveness of our People initiatives, ensuring we are continuously improving and aligning with our business goals.
• Lead the strategic planning and oversight of the department’s budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation that aligns with organizational goals, while maintaining cost-effectiveness and full compliance.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive People experience, including leadership roles across multiple HR functions
• Proven success in leading strategic People initiatives in a fast-paced, global Hi-tech environment
• Lead and develop large, high-performing People teams, demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, executive presence, and the ability to build trust and influence
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results through cross-functional collaboration
• Passion for creating a people-first culture that supports employee growth and organizational success
• Strong understanding of People technologies, data analytics, and systems – an advantage