Head of People and Talent

Full time
Hybrid
Compensation is not specified
Role
H.R.
Work Experience
More than 3 years
Description

Who We Are:

2UP.io is a brand new and exciting online casino and sportsbook that is getting ready to launch. We are a spin off from one of the most well known brands that has been a principal sponsor of English Premier League football teams. Our focus is on the next generation of iGaming with an emphasis on cryptocurrency, original games, sports and esports for the global stage.

 

The Role:

We are seeking a Head of People and Talent to drive our talent acquisition efforts, targeting top-tier candidates in the online gambling, web3 and crypto spaces  and to take ownership in developing and executing the company's human resources strategy in partnership with the leadership team. This individual will manage the entire employee lifecycle. This is from recruitment and onboarding to development, retention, and offboarding. Additionally this individual will perform hands-on operational work as needed, including HR administrative tasks and resolving employee relations issues.

 

Preferred Candidate:

We need a proactive and strategic individual with a track record of sourcing exceptional talent in fast-paced tech fields with experience in day-to-day HR. If you’re passionate about connecting people with roles in crypto and gambling, have expertise in creating engaging job postings, and can independently handle recruitment and HR workflows, we want to hear from you.

Sourcing Specialist: Skilled in locating high-quality candidates through multiple channels, especially within the web3, crypto, and gambling industries.

Engagement & Screening: Experienced in posting on targeted job boards, managing agency relationships, and conducting effective CV screenings.

Industry Knowledge: Familiar with the intricacies of web3 and gambling environments, including unique skills and roles.

Strategic vision: Ability to develop and implement a strategic HR vision that aligns with the company's goals and drives organisational success. This includes understanding industry trends, workforce dynamics, and best practices in HR management.

Systems and data oriented: Embraces technology and data, solves problems by establishing clear systems / processes that result in efficient operations, and measures performance through concrete KPIs.

Excellent communication: Effective communicator who can articulate HR strategies and policies clearly and persuasively to all levels of the organisation, from leadership through to all-hands engagements.

Employee relations expertise: Strong understanding of employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management. Ability to handle sensitive employee issues with discretion and professionalism.

 

What You’ll Do:

Talent Acquisition Strategy: Develop and refine recruitment strategies tailored to the crypto and gambling markets, building a robust pipeline of qualified candidates.

Candidate Screening & Interviewing: Conduct initial interviews, assess cultural and technical fit, and provide hiring managers with clear and detailed feedback.

Agency & Job Board Management: Engage and coordinate and manage job advertisements with headhunters, recruitment agencies, and niche job boards, career pages and social media channels to broaden our talent reach.

Compliance and risk management: Develop and enforce HR policies and processes that mitigate risk and protect the company from exposure and harm. Lead proactive employee relations initiatives, including conflict resolution, grievance handling, and disciplinary actions.

Budget Management: Manage and optimize HR budgets and resources

Performance Management: Support the continuous improvement and enhancement of performance management within the company. Drive the performance appraisal exercise, salary and bonus reviews, and talent processes including any offboarding if necessary.

 

Job Requirements:

Experience: At least 2 years experience in sourcing gambling and crypto talents.

Passionate & Knowledgeable: Genuine interest in the gambling, crypto, and web3 spaces with an understanding of current trends and talent needs.

Excellent Communication: Skilled at clear, effective communication with both candidates and team members.

Sourcing: Experience in dealing with headhunters and recruitment agencies in addition to job online platforms such as LinkedIn and Social Media channels such as X / Twitter.

Analytical & Strategic: Proficiency in tracking recruitment metrics and optimizing recruitment approaches based on insights.

Management experience: Head of People experience preferred though open to applicants ready to step up into a Head of People role.

Human Resources: Experience with people management, conflicts and performance management.

 

This role is ideal for a self-motivated individual ready to shape and lead our people efforts within this dynamic industry.

 

Bonus Points:

Experience in an HR related role.

Experience with online crypto casinos.

Familiar with online crypto brands such as Stake, BC.Game and others.

Familiar with cryptocurrencies.

Proficient in a second language other than English.


 

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