Vice President, People & Talent

Company Overview

Arixa Capital is a leading private real estate lender and alternative investment manager with over $7 billion in originations completed since inception and a servicing portfolio exceeding $2 billion as of December 31, 2025.

We're more than a lender. Our vertically integrated platform allows us to manage every step of the loan process in-house, ensuring speed, reliability, and an exceptional experience for our clients. Backed by a substantial balance sheet, top-tier institutional partners, and a talented operations team, we're positioned for continued growth and innovation.

At Arixa, our culture is one of our strongest assets. We foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing environment where team members are empowered to grow, take ownership, and make an impact. Our team thrives on solving problems, celebrating wins, and driving results—together.

We've been named to the Inc. 5000* list of fastest-growing private companies for three years running, and we're just getting started.

*Arixa provided Inc. de minimis compensation to be considered for the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. For a full description of ranking methodology, please visit: 
https://www.inc.com/inc-5000-methodology-how-we-selected-these-companies.html

Position Overview

Arixa's Vice President, People & Talent, will help foster an engaged company, bolster culture, and strategize creative ways to resolve challenges in a growing company, as well as continue to build People Operations from our current foundation.

As this is both a strategic and operational role, you will be in a critical position to maintain and develop business and people strategies to advance Arixa's mission and growth, helping to create the company's culture, and own the full cycle of their people. To succeed in this role and grow with the organization, you thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment, are comfortable balancing multiple priorities, and have a passion for building the infrastructure of a growing business.

You will serve as a critical member of the Management Team, advise our Executive Team, and support our team of 100+ (and growing) employees. If you are ambitious and eager to make an impact, we would love to speak to you!

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Vice President, People & Talent is an LA-based position initially requiring five (5) days in-office, with the future possibility of remote work one (1) day per week, to ensure close alignment among all team members. This position will report to the Chief Operating Officer. While not an exhaustive list, the Vice President, People & Talent will be responsible for:

•    Serve as a functional expert and strategic advisor to the executive leadership and senior leadership teams on people-related matters and initiatives
•    Design and oversee our talent planning strategy and practices, with a focus on deeply knowing our business and talent
•    Provide regular updates to leadership on the effectiveness of talent management strategies and make recommendations for continuous improvement
•    Maintain and evaluate our competitive total compensation structure
•    Oversee multi-state biweekly and semi-monthly payroll administration
•    Ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws and regulations, and HR best practices
•    Further efforts regarding career development & retention
•    Direct and advise regarding performance management and employee relations
•    Provide training oversight
•    Maintain our current HRMS systems and partners 
•    Maintain and evaluate our benefits plans, carriers, and brokers
•    Work closely with, manage and develop the Jr. HR Generalist 

Education and Experience

•    Bachelor's degree required; master's degree in related field preferred
•    8-10 years of progressive Human Resources experience required, including demonstrated expertise in strategic HR leadership, change management, talent development, and staff supervision and growth
•    PHR or SPHR certification preferred
•    Thorough knowledge and understanding of federal and multi-state labor laws and employment regulations
•    Proven track record of success in talent management roles
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•    Strong collaborative skills and ability to be a team player
•    Strategic thinking and project planning
•    Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries, including the ability to lead through influence, empathy, and innovation
•    Hands-on attitude with the ability to be flexible and adaptable

Compensation

This position is exempt, full-time, with salary range: $175K - $200K, plus discretionary bonus potential.

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

•    Annual discretionary bonus program.
•    Medical, dental and vision insurance.
•    401K with Safe Harbor contribution.
•    Three weeks (fifteen days) paid time away excluding sick time.
•    Six sick days.
•    Ten paid holidays
•    One floating holiday.
    
Note: This is not an all-inclusive list. The Vice President, People & Talent will be involved and participate in related business matters and duties as assigned. Arixa is an 'at-will' employer