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HIKE2 is a business transformation partner, enabled by technology. We help organizations identify the right problems to solve, navigate complex change, and build the capabilities they need for what's next.
With deep roots in complex and regulated industries, including legal, financial services, insurance, professional services, high-tech, and the public sector, we bring together business advisory, design, data, AI, technology, engineering, and change expertise as one integrated team. We help clients turn strategy and possibility into execution and measurable outcomes.
Great transformation starts with curiosity. We take the time to understand our clients, bring deep expertise and a strong point of view, and work alongside them to turn complex problems into practical action. There is no cookie-cutter approach at HIKE2. Our goal is to leave every client more capable, confident, and prepared for what's next.
At HIKE2, Our Values Shape How We Work
We Are One Team, All In. We collaborate across roles and disciplines, show up for one another, and share ownership for the work and the outcome.
We Grow Together. We stay curious, seek feedback, share what we know, and invest in the growth of ourselves, our teammates, and our clients.
We Commit to Success. We take ownership, follow through, set a high bar for quality, and stay focused on meaningful outcomes.
We Envision What's Next. We look beyond the immediate ask, bring a point of view, challenge assumptions, and turn new possibilities into practical opportunities for transformation.
About the Role
We're on a quest to build one of the most talented engineering organizations in the industry, and we're looking for a Head of People & Culture who can help us get there.
This leader will shape how we attract, develop, engage, and retain exceptional talent across engineering, data, AI, consulting, advisory, and our broader business.
You'll partner closely with our executive team and capability leaders to build a high-performing organization where people can do their best work and continue to grow.
We're looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, brings strong HR leadership experience, and is passionate about building exceptional teams.
What You Will Do
Build exceptional talent: Lead our talent strategy, recruiting, and workforce planning to attract and retain outstanding technical and professional talent.
Accelerate development: Build career paths, technical learning programs, mentoring, and leadership development that strengthen our capabilities.
Strengthen performance: Establish clear expectations, meaningful feedback, accountability, and opportunities for growth.
Develop great leaders: Equip People Managers and Capability Leaders to coach, engage, and develop high-performing teams.
Shape our culture: Build an employee experience grounded in our values, collaboration, engagement, and continuous learning.
Lead People & HR: Oversee employee relations, compensation, benefits, compliance, organizational design, and People operations.
Build a strong People function: Lead our Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, People Operations, and Culture teams, creating an integrated approach to the employee experience.
Success means we're attracting exceptional people, growing our technical capabilities, developing strong leaders, and building a culture where talented people want to stay and grow.
What You Will Bring
Required Experience and Capabilities
Proven People leadership experience in a growing technology, engineering, consulting, or professional services organization.
Experience attracting, developing, and retaining high-performing technical and professional talent.
Strong HR generalist expertise, including employee relations, compliance, compensation, and performance management.
Experience building talent development, career progression, and leadership programs.
Strong organizational design, workforce planning, and change leadership capabilities.
Executive presence, sound judgment, and a hands-on, action-oriented leadership style.
Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable
Experience supporting software engineering, data engineering, or AI teams.
Experience building technical career paths, competency frameworks, and learning programs.
Experience scaling a People function in a growing consulting or technology services business.
What We Offer
At HIKE2, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the next chapter of our organization, working alongside leaders committed to building exceptional teams and capabilities.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our people and our business.
If you're curious, collaborative, energized by complex problems, and excited about helping organizations transform and build what's next, we'd love to meet you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HIKE2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran
status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable
federal, state, or local laws.
HIKE2 is a business transformation partner, enabled by technology. We help organizations identify the right problems to solve, navigate complex change, and build the capabilities they need for what's next.
With deep roots in complex and regulated industries, including legal, financial services, insurance, professional services, high-tech, and the public sector, we bring together business advisory, design, data, AI, technology, engineering, and change expertise as one integrated team. We help clients turn strategy and possibility into execution and measurable outcomes.
Great transformation starts with curiosity. We take the time to understand our clients, bring deep expertise and a strong point of view, and work alongside them to turn complex problems into practical action. There is no cookie-cutter approach at HIKE2. Our goal is to leave every client more capable, confident, and prepared for what's next.
At HIKE2, Our Values Shape How We Work
We Are One Team, All In. We collaborate across roles and disciplines, show up for one another, and share ownership for the work and the outcome.
We Grow Together. We stay curious, seek feedback, share what we know, and invest in the growth of ourselves, our teammates, and our clients.
We Commit to Success. We take ownership, follow through, set a high bar for quality, and stay focused on meaningful outcomes.
We Envision What's Next. We look beyond the immediate ask, bring a point of view, challenge assumptions, and turn new possibilities into practical opportunities for transformation.
About the Role
We're on a quest to build one of the most talented engineering organizations in the industry, and we're looking for a Head of People & Culture who can help us get there.
This leader will shape how we attract, develop, engage, and retain exceptional talent across engineering, data, AI, consulting, advisory, and our broader business.
You'll partner closely with our executive team and capability leaders to build a high-performing organization where people can do their best work and continue to grow.
We're looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, brings strong HR leadership experience, and is passionate about building exceptional teams.
What You Will Do
Build exceptional talent: Lead our talent strategy, recruiting, and workforce planning to attract and retain outstanding technical and professional talent.
Accelerate development: Build career paths, technical learning programs, mentoring, and leadership development that strengthen our capabilities.
Strengthen performance: Establish clear expectations, meaningful feedback, accountability, and opportunities for growth.
Develop great leaders: Equip People Managers and Capability Leaders to coach, engage, and develop high-performing teams.
Shape our culture: Build an employee experience grounded in our values, collaboration, engagement, and continuous learning.
Lead People & HR: Oversee employee relations, compensation, benefits, compliance, organizational design, and People operations.
Build a strong People function: Lead our Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, People Operations, and Culture teams, creating an integrated approach to the employee experience.
Success means we're attracting exceptional people, growing our technical capabilities, developing strong leaders, and building a culture where talented people want to stay and grow.
What You Will Bring
Required Experience and Capabilities
Proven People leadership experience in a growing technology, engineering, consulting, or professional services organization.
Experience attracting, developing, and retaining high-performing technical and professional talent.
Strong HR generalist expertise, including employee relations, compliance, compensation, and performance management.
Experience building talent development, career progression, and leadership programs.
Strong organizational design, workforce planning, and change leadership capabilities.
Executive presence, sound judgment, and a hands-on, action-oriented leadership style.
Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable
Experience supporting software engineering, data engineering, or AI teams.
Experience building technical career paths, competency frameworks, and learning programs.
Experience scaling a People function in a growing consulting or technology services business.
What We Offer
At HIKE2, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the next chapter of our organization, working alongside leaders committed to building exceptional teams and capabilities.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our people and our business.
If you're curious, collaborative, energized by complex problems, and excited about helping organizations transform and build what's next, we'd love to meet you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HIKE2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran
status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable
federal, state, or local laws.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in people and culture associate jobs.
- One to three years of HR, people operations, or talent coordination experience
- Proficiency with an HRIS platform such as Workday, BambooHR, or ADP
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Experience supporting onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
- SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent HR certification preferred or in progress
- Strong working knowledge of employment law fundamentals and HR compliance basics
Tips for Your People and Culture Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume to HR generalist depth
People and culture associate roles reward candidates who show breadth across onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations. Rewrite your bullet points for each application to mirror the exact responsibilities listed, not just the job title.
Get your SHRM-CP or PHR credential moving
Many postings list SHRM-CP or PHR as preferred even for associate-level roles. If you're early in the process, note your in-progress status on your resume so hiring managers know you're on track and not starting from zero.
Highlight your HRIS experience by system name
Saying you have HRIS experience is too vague. Name the specific systems you've used, whether that's Workday, BambooHR, or ADP, so your application clears the initial screening without ambiguity.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists people and culture associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a people-first story for every interview
Interviewers for people and culture roles consistently probe your philosophy on employee experience. Prepare two or three specific examples where you resolved a friction point for an employee or improved a process, with a clear outcome you can describe.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
People and culture associates often have room to negotiate professional development budgets, remote flexibility, and certification reimbursement. Identify which of these matters most to you before the offer conversation so you're ready to ask directly.
People and Culture Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most people and culture associates?
The companies hiring the most people and culture associates right now include Fairmont, Campbell's, and BDO, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tech, healthcare, and high-growth startups consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many people and culture associate jobs are remote?
About 77% of people and culture associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the administrative and digital nature of much of the work. Sub-areas like talent operations, HRIS administration, and employee communications tend to have the highest concentration of remote and hybrid options compared to roles that require on-site employee relations support.
How do you become a people and culture associate?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or organizational psychology, then build hands-on experience through HR coordinator or people operations internship roles. Earning an entry-level certification like SHRM-CP or PHR strengthens your application, and gaining exposure to an HRIS platform positions you to move into associate roles with practical, verifiable skills.
Can you get hired as a people and culture associate with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited direct HR experience if you can demonstrate adjacent skills like project coordination, data management, or employee-facing communication. Emphasize any exposure to onboarding workflows, benefits enrollment support, or compliance tracking, and frame internships or administrative roles in terms of people-process outcomes rather than task lists.
What does the people and culture associate interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your HR background and tools experience, followed by a panel or hiring manager interview that uses behavioral questions to assess how you handle employee relations scenarios and confidential information. Some employers add a practical component, such as drafting an onboarding checklist or responding to a mock employee inquiry, before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to people and culture associate jobs?
You can find and apply to people and culture associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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