About RareOne
RareOne Group is building a modern platform that empowers independent marketing agencies to scale like enterprises—while maintaining the focus, creativity, and agility that make them great.
We bring together best-in-class agencies under a shared infrastructure of talent, systems, and support—allowing each to grow faster without losing their identity. Today, RareOne includes three agencies (MKR, RingoFire, MightyUnion) and ~100 employees, with ambitious plans to expand. See rareone.io. This is a remote position with occasional travel. Preference for Eastern or Central U.S. time zone.
The Role
We’re looking for a strategic, people-first VP of Talent & Development to build and scale the people function from the platform level across all RareOne agencies.
This is not a maintenance role. This is a builder role. You’ll design and lead recruiting, leadership development, and culture across multiple brands—partnering directly with executive leadership to shape how RareOne grows.
If you’ve been wanting to build a modern, high-impact HR function from the ground up in a dynamic environment—this is that opportunity!
What You’ll Own
Talent Acquisition & Employer Brand
- Build and lead a scalable recruiting strategy across all agencies
- Partner with leaders on workforce planning and hiring priorities
- Develop strong talent pipelines for key and future leadership roles
- Elevate employer brand to attract top creative, technical, and leadership talent
- Improve candidate experience and time-to-hire
Culture & Employee Engagement
- Design initiatives that improve engagement, retention, and morale
- Implement feedback systems (surveys, loops) and turn insights into action
- Foster a cohesive culture across multiple agencies—without losing individual identity
- Lead internal communications around people and culture
Learning, Development & Career Growth
- Create structured career paths across roles and agencies
- Build and scale learning & development programs
- Implement performance management frameworks that drive growth and accountability
- Enable internal mobility and promotions
Leadership Development
- Design and deliver training for managers and leaders
- Coach agency leaders on performance, feedback, and team dynamics
- Build onboarding and development programs for new managers
- Strengthen the leadership bench across the organization
HR Strategy & Operations
- Partner with executive leadership to align people strategy with business goals
- Standardize best practices across agencies where it makes sense
- Act as a trusted advisor on all people-related topics
- Collaborate with the PEO to ensure smooth HR operations (payroll, benefits, compliance)
What We’re Looking For
- 10+ years of progressive HR / People leadership experience
- Experience in agencies, professional services, or multi-entity organizations strongly preferred
- Proven success building recruiting, L&D, and engagement programs from scratch
- Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders
- Experience working with or alongside a PEO is a plus
- A true builder mindset—you’re excited to create, not just manage
What Success Looks Like
- A strong, consistent talent pipeline across all agencies
- High employee engagement and retention
- Managers who are confident, capable leaders
- Clear career paths and development opportunities across RareOne
- A cohesive, high-performing culture across multiple brands
Why This Role
- High impact: You’ll shape the people strategy across a growing platform
- Builder opportunity: Create systems, programs, and culture from the ground up
- Executive exposure: Work directly with founders and agency leaders
- Growth: Be part of a company actively expanding its footprint
Location
- Remote (U.S.)
- Preference for Eastern or Central time zones
- Occasional travel
Compensation
- Base Salary: $180,000 – $210,000
- Bonus Eligible
- Potential equity participation
We offer a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, along with a flexible, remote-first work environment and opportunities for professional growth as RareOne continues to scale.
