HR Glossary

What is VP of People?

A senior HR leadership role that typically serves as the top people executive at mid-size companies or reports to the CHRO/CPO at larger organizations, balancing strategic people initiatives with hands-on HR operations.

Why it matters in hiring

VP of People comes up whenever teams compare candidates, set policy or report on people data. Getting the definition right keeps decisions consistent, which is the same reason springhire scores every applicant against the same criteria rather than on impression.

Related terms starting with V

• Variable Pay
• Vesting Schedule
• Video Interview
• Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)
• Vision Insurance
• Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)
• Values-Based Leadership
• Verbal Warning

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