Head of People

About Moment Energy Independent energy is here. Help us deploy it. Energy should be free. Free from aging grids, fragile supply chains, and unnecessary extraction. At Moment Energy, we’re building a world where clean power is abundant, affordable, and uninterrupted for everyone. The world doesn’t need another promise about energy; it needs proof that a freer future is possible. Moment Energy is the pragmatic liberator of power, the only company certified to turn the largest untapped energy supply into independent energy. Now is the moment. While the industry scraps millions of batteries with decades of life left, we put them to work by repurposing large-format batteries into advanced battery energy storage systems that deliver real-world impact. We were told second-life batteries would never be safe enough or scalable enough. We didn’t argue, we engineered the solution. Today, Moment Energy delivers 5x the energy density and holds the certifications required to deploy energy independence at scale. Now is the moment. Join us. The Opportunity Moment Energy is seeking an experienced Head of People to lead and scale our people strategy as we grow. This role is responsible for building the systems, culture, and infrastructure that enable our team to do their best work. Reporting directly to the COO, the Head of People will oversee all aspects of the People function including talent acquisition, performance management, leadership development, employee experience, and HR operations. You will lead a small but growing People team and partner closely with company leadership to ensure our people strategy supports Moment Energy’s ambitious growth. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-growth startup environment , enjoys building programs and processes from the ground up, and is passionate about creating a workplace where people feel supported, challenged, and inspired. Responsibilities and Duties Strategic Leadership • Develop and execute a People strategy that supports Moment Energy’s growth, mission, and long-term business goals. • Drive organizational design and workforce planning to support our expansion into new markets and manufacturing facilities. • Partner with the co-founders on organizational planning and leadership development. • Advise leadership on people-related decisions including team structure, performance management, and employee development. • Partner with the Talent Acquisition to enhance effective recruiting strategies. • Collaborate with Marketing on employer branding, providing new ideas to boost company recognition. Compliance & Risk Management • Ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices across all HR programs and policies. • Manage sensitive employee matters with discretion and professionalism. Culture & Employee Experience • Foster and strengthen the collaborative, mission-driven culture that makes Moment Energy a great place to work. • Lead initiatives that enhance employee engagement, communication, and belonging across the company. • Support managers in creating healthy, high-performing teams. • Act as a bridge between our technical, manufacturing, and business teams to ensure a unified "One Moment" culture Performance & Development • Design and implement scalable performance management processes. • Develop programs that support employee growth, career development, and leadership capability. • Coach managers on feedback, performance conversations, and employee development. Compensation & People Operations • Develop and maintain competitive compensation and benefits programs. • Build compensation structures and promotion processes that scale with the company. • Oversee HR operations including policies, systems, and compliance with employment regulatio