Hybrid Head of People Operations

Posted 3 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Own the full People Operations function - designing and executing scalable processes across the employee lifecycle, from onboarding and development to offboarding and alumni engagement.
  • Build and lead a high-performing People Ops operating cadence, setting priorities, driving accountability, and partnering cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Department Heads to ensure operational excellence.
  • Serve as the architect and administrator of our People systems (Rippling) - maintaining data integrity, optimizing automations, and integrating tools that streamline HR, payroll, and compliance workflows.
  • Drive performance, compensation, and leveling frameworks, ensuring alignment to business goals, retention, and career growth.
  • Advise leadership on org design, headcount planning, and change management, balancing business velocity with a consistent and compliant employee experience.
  • Champion employee experience as a strategic advantage - creating systems and resources that make information transparent, empower self-service, and build trust across the organization.
  • Serve as a thought partner to the CEO and leadership team on People strategy, culture, and long-term organizational design.

Requirements

  • 8–10+ years of People/HR experience, including time in a high-growth or startup environment where you’ve built and scaled programs from the ground up.
  • Proven ability to own and improve People systems and processes end-to-end, from data accuracy to workflow automation.
  • Strong strategic instincts paired with hands-on operational rigor - you can design frameworks and execute them with speed and precision.
  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills - trusted by executives, respected by peers, and empathetic with employees.
  • Adaptable and nimble – skilled at building scalable processes while seamlessly flexing with evolving business needs.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive - you see around corners and drive initiatives forward without waiting for direction.
  • Deep understanding of employment law, compliance, and best practices across multiple states (PEO experience a plus).
  • Based in NYC, with the ability to work in-office M/W/F alongside the leadership team.

Benefits

  • 📈 Equity packages
  • 💰 Competitive Salary
  • 🩺 100% Paid health, dental & vision coverage
  • 💻 Company issued laptop.
  • 🎧 Home office & equipment stipend
  • 🍽️ Lunch & Dinner provided via UberEats w/ a fully stocked kitchen
  • 🚍 Commuter benefits
  • 🎤 Team building events
  • 🌴 Unlimited PTO

Job title

Head of People Operations

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$150,000 - $200,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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