.At Toyota Research Institute (TRI), we're on a mission to improve the quality of human life. We're developing new tools and capabilities to amplify the human experience. To lead this transformative shift in mobility, we've built a world-class team in Energy & Materials, Human-Centered AI, Human Interactive Driving, and Robotics.TRI is seeking an experienced leader for the People team. In this role, the new People team leader will support an empathetic, energetic company culture, provide inspired leadership to our executive team, establish new processes and optimize old ones, and help set a course for long-term sustainability.The ideal candidate has implemented strategic initiatives that attract, engage, develop, and recognize highly skilled professionals and leads. Reporting directly to our COO, the Senior Director, People will play a critical role in driving employee engagement and culture initiatives, while embodying TRI's values. This role oversees an established team spanning Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, People Operations, Employee Relations, People Business Partners, and Learning & Development.The successful candidate thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and quickly adapts to learn the latest trends, technologies and HR practices. This is a great opportunity to be a true owner and work closely with our executive team on high-impact initiatives to advance the growth and development of TRI talent.Responsibilities Develop TRI's People strategy, initiatives, and programs that lead to successful business outcomesLead within a fast-growing company with the knowledge that constraints always exist, perfection is rarely attained, and leading through ambiguity is prizedDevelop a progressive compensation and benefits programs to provide motivation, incentives, recognition, and rewards for effective performance