Eric Schaffer
About Eric Schaffer
Eric Schaffer serves as the Managing Director and Chief Human Resources Officer at Two Sigma, a position he has held since 2016. He has extensive experience in human resources and compensation, having worked at notable companies such as Motorola, Google, and Uber.
Work at Two Sigma
Eric Schaffer has served as the Managing Director and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Two Sigma since 2016. In this role, he oversees the company's human resources strategy and initiatives, contributing to the overall organizational effectiveness. His leadership in HR has been integral to Two Sigma's growth and employee engagement in the Greater New York City Area.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Two Sigma, Eric Schaffer held several significant roles in human resources across various companies. He worked at Motorola, a Google Company, as the Chief Vice President and Head of HR from 2014 to 2015. Prior to that, he was at Uber as the Head of People Operations for a year from 2015 to 2016. His experience at Google included multiple positions, such as Manager of Executive Compensation and Director of Performance Management and Executive Compensation.
Education and Expertise
Eric Schaffer holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Tulane University. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance from Vanderbilt University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in human resources, compensation, and organizational management.
Career Progression in Compensation and HR
Eric Schaffer has a comprehensive background in compensation and human resources. He began his career at Mercer, where he worked as a Consultant in Executive Compensation from 2004 to 2007 and later as a Senior Consultant in Measurement & Rewards in 2007. His tenure at Google included roles focused on executive compensation, where he advanced from Senior Manager to Director over several years.