Sr. Manager, People Operations

The role

This role leads core HR functions and global expansion efforts. You will build and evolve the People Operations team, systems, and processes to support international growth.

What you will do

• Lead global market-entry strategy and execution by partnering with Legal, Tax, and Finance teams
• Manage international EOR vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements
• Oversee the global HR tech stack including HRIS, ATS, global payroll, and benefits systems
• Design localized total rewards programs including compensation, benefits, and retirement plans
• Establish standardized global employee lifecycle processes
• Maintain HR policies, operational procedures, and employee handbooks
• Analyze core workforce analytics to guide executive decision-making
• Mentor, coach, equip, and develop the People Operations team
• Implement AI and automation solutions to improve scalability and efficiency

Required qualifications

• Proficient in global HRIS platforms (e.g., Rippling), global payroll platforms, and EOR management tools (e.g., Deel)
• Deep understanding of international labor law frameworks, statutory employee benefits, worker classification standards, cross-border tax considerations, and data privacy regulations
• 6+ years of experience in managing end-to-end People Operations functions, establishing new foreign legal entities, administering multi-country compensation and benefits, and leading global mobility i
• Knowledgeable in performance management frameworks, employee relations practices, global HR compliance reporting, and workforce metrics analysis
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Demonstrated experience leading global HR/People Operations initiatives across multiple regions (e.g., Americas, EMEA, APAC)
• Proven experience establishing foreign legal entities and transitioning workforce models from EOR to direct employment

Benefits

• Equity package in the form of stock options
• Health, vision & dental insurance for you and your family
• Flexible vacation policy
• Generous parental leave

Before you apply

• May redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation

About the company

Horizon3.ai is a fast-growing, remote cybersecurity company dedicated to enabling organizations to proactively find, fix, and verify exploitable attack vectors. The team is a fusion of former U.S. Special Operations cyber operators, startup engineers, and cybersecurity practitioners.