About the job
Immediate Opening – Applications are reviewed continually. The hiring process may extend up to 4 weeks, but we highly encourage early submissions.
Are You Ready to Inspire a Dynamic Team and Influence Our Future?
At Hadley Designs, we are firm believers that learning should be enjoyable, engaging, and devoid of screens. Countless parents and educators rely on our thoughtfully crafted educational tools designed to support children's growth and development. As a rapidly expanding, family-owned brand, we are dedicated to enriching the learning experience for families across the globe.
We are in search of a Global Director of People Engagement to join our dedicated team, tasked with establishing systems that will propel our next wave of growth. If you possess a genuine passion for developing scalable people systems, empowering teams, and fostering a culture that nurtures both personal and professional development, this role presents a remarkable opportunity to make a profound impact.
About Hadley Designs
Hadley Designs is on a mission to transform early childhood education with creativity and intent. Each product we offer is meticulously hand-drawn and designed by educators, made with love to instill confidence and connection. Our screen-free tools empower families and teachers to make learning a joyful and meaningful experience, sparking curiosity and creativity in children.
Our Mission:
We design screen-free products that parents can depend on to facilitate their children's learning, growth, and achievement of their fullest potential. Our beautifully crafted, developmentally sound tools replace distractions with connection, curiosity, and authentic learning.
Our Vision:
We aspire to establish the most trusted children's brand globally, present in millions of households, revolutionizing how families learn, connect, and flourish. Our products are intended to be so widely cherished that they are passed down through generations, allowing children to learn from them and ultimately choose them for their own families.
Role Overview
As the Global Director of People Engagement, you will spearhead the development of people systems and strategies that will enable Hadley Designs to scale effectively. You will collaborate closely with leadership to devise the talent systems essential for attracting, developing, and retaining a high-performing workforce. Your primary focus will be on creating scalable, high-performance systems that align with the company's growth objectives while fostering a positive organizational culture.
This role offers a unique chance to influence how we build and nurture our team, ensuring the success of both the organization and its employees. You will play a critical role in supporting our mission by guaranteeing that Hadley Designs possesses the right talent and organizational structure to achieve long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
- People Systems Leadership: Design and implement scalable people engagement strategies to support organizational growth.
- Talent Development: Collaborate with leadership to create effective talent management frameworks that attract and retain top talent.
- Culture Building: Foster a positive workplace culture that encourages personal and professional development.

