Director of People Operations

We are seeking an experienced Director of People Operations to lead and enhance the organization's people operations function during a period of growth and transformation. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing key human resources programs, driving operational excellence, and serving as a strategic partner to business leaders across the employee lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of HR business partnership, people operations leadership, and operational expertise to support a dynamic and evolving workforce. This role requires strong leadership, analytical capabilities, sound judgment, and the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilitie

sStrategic HR Business Partnershi

• pServe as a trusted advisor to leadership teams on employee lifecycle activities, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and people-related initiatives
• .Partner with business leaders to support organizational goals, employee engagement, talent development, and operational priorities
• .Provide guidance on employee relations matters, performance management, and workforce planning strategies
• .Support organizational change initiatives and help drive effective communication and implementation

.People Operations Leadershi

• pLead and oversee day-to-day people operations activities to ensure efficient and consistent delivery of HR services
• .Develop and maintain scalable HR processes, policies, and procedures that support organizational growth
• .Ensure consistent application of HR programs, policies, and employment practices across the organization
• .Drive operational excellence through process improvements, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives

.Compensation, Payroll & Benefits Administratio

• nOversee compensation administration activities, including market analysis, salary recommendations, promotions, and compensation planning
• .Ensure accurate and compliant payroll administration processes
• .Manage employee benefits programs and vendor relationships, including open enrollment, employee support, and issue resolution
• .Monitor compensation and benefits practices to maintain competitiveness and compliance

.Employee Experience & Engagemen

• tLead employee engagement initiatives designed to support retention, organizational health, and employee satisfaction
• .Support onboarding and new hire integration programs to create a positive employee experience
• .Partner with leadership to develop programs that foster employee growth, engagement, and organizational culture
• .Provide guidance and support on employee concerns and workplace issues

.HR Systems, Reporting & Analytic

• sOversee HR systems administration and optimization efforts to improve operational efficiency and data accuracy
• .Ensure the integrity of employee data, reporting, workflows, and HR processes
• .Develop and maintain workforce reporting and analytics related to headcount, compensation, turnover, employee trends, and operational metrics
• .Utilize data-driven insights to support business decisions and people strategies

.Compliance & Operational Excellenc

• eEnsure compliance with employment laws, HR policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• .Support audits, reporting requirements, and compliance initiatives
• .Lead process improvement efforts that enhance scalability, reporting accuracy, and service delivery
• .Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure HR operations align with business objectives

.Qualification

• s8–12 years of progressive experience in HR business partnership, people operations, HR operations, compensation, employee relations, or related leadership roles
• .Experience supporting global or multi-location organizations
• .Strong knowledge of compensation administration, payroll operations, employee relations, benefits administration, and HR compliance practices
• .Proven experience leading HR operations in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments
• .Strong analytical skills with experience utilizing workforce data, metrics, and reporting to support business decisions
• .Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday or similar systems
• .Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• .Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with executives, managers, and employees across the organization

.Preferred Qualification

• sExperience supporting high-growth, technology-enabled organizations
• .Experience working within private equity-backed, rapidly scaling, or evolving business environments
• .Experience leading HR process improvements, systems implementations, and organizational change initiatives
• .Familiarity with global workforce operations and international HR practices