Senior Manager, People Operations

Summary

Join Addepar as a Senior People Operations Manager for the Americas and lead the People Operations function, managing processes and practices for a growing organization. You will oversee the employee lifecycle, compliance, and global expansion efforts. This role requires strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a hands-on approach. You will manage a team, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and drive process optimization. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus, equity, and benefits. Addepar is committed to creating a culture that empowers every employee to thrive.

Requirements

• 6+ years in People Operations or HR roles, with at least 3 years of people management
• Deep expertise in managing employment compliance (e.g., I-9, EEO-1, SOC2 audits), ensuring adherence to regional labor laws
• Strong ability to think strategically and implement solutions that improve operational efficiencies in a growing, fast-paced organization
• Proficient with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday) and skilled in using data and analytics to drive decisions and optimize operations
• Ability to thrive in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and approach challenges with curiosity and a solutions-oriented mindset
• Possess a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in documents and processes
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Lead the People Operations function for the Americas region, managing processes and practices and focusing on scalability in a growing organization
• Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, data management, travel, benefits, and retirement administration
• Work cross-functionally with teams such as Legal, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Finance, and People Partners to deliver effective and compliant People solutions
• Utilize data and analytics to identify trends, address operational gaps, and create streamlined solutions that enhance overall effectiveness
• Continuously seek ways to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of people-related systems and processes, including Workday HRIS, to ensure they support Addepeeps in doing their best work
• Drive process optimization across People Operations to improve speed, accuracy, and scalability. Ensure that workflows and SOPs are well-defined and documented
• Manage our People ticketing system and direct the team in responding to and resolving employee inquiries and issues
• Lead the regular review and updates of employee handbooks and policies, keeping them current with local laws and best practices
• Manage the distribution of employment law posters and required notices to ensure legal compliance
• Oversee, deliver, and track completion of compliance training (e.g., harassment prevention, GDPR) as required
• Serve as a subject matter expert for compliance-related issues such as I-9s, employment practices, and more
• Coordinate and complete governmental and audit compliance reporting, including EEO1, SOC 2, and client requests
• Oversee contingent workforce management and ensure all relevant compliance requirements are met
• Manage regional immigration and visa compliance, ensuring seamless global employee transfers and legal compliance
• Partner with global People Operations teams to ensure consistency and balance of People policies, practices, and processes across regions, while accommodating local nuances
• Support the global expansion of Addepar by ensuring that processes, systems, and compliance are effectively managed as the company grows into new geographies within the Americas region
• Drive the execution of initiatives that balance short-term needs with long-term growth, ensuring People operations scale efficiently as the organization expands
• Lead, mentor, and develop a local high-performing People Operations team, setting clear goals and ensuring alignment with Addepar’s global People strategy
• Foster a collaborative, growth-oriented environment that empowers your team to deliver operational excellence and continuous improvement
• Encourage open communication and provide regular feedback, coaching team members to develop their skills and advance their careers

Preferred Qualifications

Experience at a global organization

Benefits

• Bonus
• Equity
• Benefits