Build the People Function That Powers a Category-Defining Brand
Our client, a trailblazer in intimate apparel and activewear, is seeking a Chief People Officer to scale the team, culture, and infrastructure that will support its next wave of global growth. This is your opportunity to lead People & Culture at one of North America’s fastest-growing, purpose-driven consumer brands.
About the Company
Founded in 2013, our client has redefined the intimates category with innovation, inclusivity, and a fiercely loyal customer base. With over 3 million customers, thriving retail locations across North America, and strong digital and wholesale channels—including Amazon—the company is widely recognized for its boundary-pushing products and people-first philosophy. Their brands, Knix and Kt by Knix, stand at the intersection of authenticity, performance, and empowerment.
The Mandate
Reporting directly to the CEO and working as a core member of the executive team, the Chief People Officer will:
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Lead and evolve all aspects of People & Culture, from talent acquisition and performance enablement to total rewards and DE&I
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Architect scalable organizational design and workforce planning frameworks
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Champion employee engagement, operational excellence, and internal communication across HQ and retail
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Build high-impact training and development programs for HQ and store teams
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Drive global expansion strategy with a focus on compliance and employee experience across geographies
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Leverage data to inform strategy, monitor key HR metrics, and guide executive decisions
What Success Looks Like (Year 1 Outcomes)
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Scalable Organizational Design: Future-ready team structures aligned with business growth
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Global Talent Strategy: Seamless hiring and onboarding frameworks across international markets
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Performance & Engagement: Embedded programs that enable and measure high performance
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Best-in-Class L&D: A training ecosystem that empowers both retail and HQ employees to grow and thrive
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Total Rewards Optimization: A competitive, equitable compensation structure attracting and retaining top talent
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Culture Leadership: High engagement scores, inclusive practices, and seamless cross-functional collaboration
Ideal Profile
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15+ years of progressive HR leadership, including 5+ years in an executive capacity
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Experience in high-growth, consumer-facing companies; retail background strongly preferred
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Track record of leading teams across geographies with 500+ employees
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Deep expertise in org design, talent strategy, engagement, internal comms, DE&I, and compliance
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Confident advisor to executive leadership and strong partner to the CEO
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Proactive, innovative thinker with strong business acumen and people-first values
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Skilled in leveraging data and technology to streamline operations and elevate experience
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CHRL designation and cross-border compliance knowledge (Canada/U.S.) preferred
Why This Move Makes Sense
This is your chance to define how a globally admired brand scales its team, strengthens its culture, and deepens its impact. As Chief People Officer, you’ll shape strategy, lead innovation, and build a workplace that inspires passion and performance. If you’re a builder with heart, purpose, and vision—this is your next chapter.
Interested? – Next Steps
If you meet the qualifications and are excited to shape the future of People & Culture at a mission-led brand, we encourage you to apply.
Egility is committed to creating and fostering culturally diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizations. We recognize the value in a wide range of ideas, perspectives, experiences, and skillsets in our client’s workplaces. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Egility and our client throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Due to high volume, we will only be contacting applicants who meet all of the minimum requirements listed in the job description. Only those applicants who align most closely with our minimum and preferred qualifications will be contacted for an interview. The Recruiting team at Egility will retain your application materials and may contact you regarding future opportunities.
