Senior Vice President, People

What We’re Looking For:

The Senior Vice President (SVP), People will be responsible for overseeing the Human Resources Business Partner and Organizational Development functions in the United States of 2U’s People team. This team is responsible for providing thought partnership on human resources strategy and workforce planning for the global 2U team. They will build strong consulting relationships with their key business clients to ensure alignment business plans, and objectives and the execution of people strategy. Additionally they will act as a key business partner across all people and organizational matters. This role is located in our HQ in Lanham, MD and reports directly to our Chief People Officer.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

Works closely with the executive team to develop & execute human capital strategies that effectively support and enhance our overall business strategies.
Implement and maintain effective succession and development plans appropriate for supporting and sustaining the company’s transformation.
As a key member of the People Organization senior leadership team has shared accountability for the strategic goals and operational execution of people strategy across the organization.
Participates in the design and management of workforce planning strategies for all levels. Ensure that these programs enhance the company’s ability to attract, retain and motivate a skilled and diverse workforce.
Proactively ensures alignment between the people strategy and functional leaders business plans and operational goals globally by advising on all HR general consulting activities including recruiting, talent management, talent development, organizational design, performance management, succession and workforce planning.
Drives, advises and executes on organizational change efforts, initiatives or alignments including engaging the HR team SMEs across the relevant disciplines, leading the business teams, analyzing data and making recommendations to ensure best outcome for the business.
Develops and manages the team of People Strategists and Human Resource Business Partners that are responsible for advising business leaders and their teams in promoting a high performance culture of accountability and results orientation.
Continuously stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in the HR space.

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

15+ years of progressive HR management experience including 5+ years as a senior HR Leader
BS/BA required; Masters preferred; PHR or SHRM certification preferred
Broad exposure to a variety of Human Resources functions, including HR strategy, culture development, change management, employee retention, workforce planning, organization development
Proven and successful experience leading organizational design initiatives, succession planning and career pathing
Able to establish a constructive and informative relationship with employees, management and executives
A leader with a proven track record of delivering results
High level of personal integrity, ethics, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills
Broad business sense as well as demonstrated HR-specific competencies
Capacity to build and maintain strong working relationships at all levels in the organization
Ability to present ideas in an easy-to-understand and engaging manner
Proven ability to challenge and motivate management teams to foster innovation in an atmosphere of mutual respect and inclusion
Success developing and directly managing teams with a wide span of control
Global HR experience highly desired

About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)

At 2U, we power world-class online education and in-person boot camps. Going beyond traditional learning management systems, we use tech, people, and data to help top universities transform in the digital era—and eliminate the back row in higher ed. We support lifelong learning which means thinking beyond a single degree. It means finding ways for students to gain the skills they need to change careers, evolve their expertise, and meet the challenges of the changing world head-on. We help universities fill those needs—developing new digital education technologies and offerings capable of supporting students at different points in their lives. Whether they need a simple refresher, to learn something new, or to change their career trajectories completely, our university partners are there to help them succeed.Together with our partners, 2U has positively transformed the lives of more than 150,000 students and lifelong learners. 2U, Inc. has acquired and integrated two companies broadening our portfolio of education offerings into short courses with GetSmarter and boot camps with Trilogy. This role supports our 2U line of business.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to creating and sustaining a culture that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities of our employees. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by the ways in which we are different, as well as the ways in which we are the same.

Benefits & Culture

Working at 2U means working with individuals that are passionate and mission driven. We collaborate on tough problems to deliver the best outcomes for our partners, students, and each other. You will find team members working together in our open office spaces, gathered in the kitchen grabbing a snack, or taking a break in our game rooms.

2U offers a comprehensive benefits package:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, disability and 401(k)
Unlimited snacks and drinks
Tuition reimbursement program
Generous paid leave policies including unlimited PTO
Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break from Christmas through New Years!