Sr Manager, People Team Operations

The Sr. People Team Operations Manager is the connective tissue that keeps our regional HR teams running smoothly across every site we operate in. This role coordinates HR Policies and compliance across the globe, the People Team's project management ensuring each piece connects to the other, compliance audit readiness and coordination across all sites, and owns the policies library. Key Responsibilities Global HR Operations Own alignment of HR operations processes across all global sites — onboarding/offboarding, data integrity, HRIS workflows, and policy administration Serve as the go‑to resource for site‑specific HR operations questions, balancing global consistency with local nuance Partner with regional HRBPs to standardise processes and close gaps across geographies People Team Project Management Own the People Team's project portfolio: prioritisation, timelines, stakeholder updates, and post‑project retros Lead cross‑functional HR initiatives — HRIS upgrades, policy rollouts, engagement survey execution — from kickoff to completion Build and maintain project tracking and reporting so People Team leadership always has clear visibility into status and risk Compliance Audits & Coordination Lead compliance audit readiness across all sites — SOX, labour law, and data privacy — coordinating with Legal, Finance, and site leaders Own the audit calendar, evidence collection, and documentation for all HR‑related compliance reviews Operational Excellence Establish and continuously improve global People Team operating standards, including SOPs, process documentation, governance, service metrics and change management Standardise workflow across regions while balancing global consistency with local requirements Drive process simplification, automation, and AI‑enabled improvements to increase efficiency and scalability Measure operational performance through KPIs and recommend improvements based on data Basic Qualifications 10+ years in HR operations, HR programme/project management, or a similar cross‑functional operations role Experience supporting a global or multi‑site organisation Experience leading (not just participating in) compliance audits — SOX, labour law, or data privacy Strong project management skills; comfortable running multiple concurrent workstreams without a team to delegate to Organised and self‑directed: able to manage multiple concurrent transactions and queries without supervision Preferred Qualifications Industry Experience: Experience in SaaS, Aerospace, or global, multi‑entity organisations Knowledge & Compliance: Familiarity with data privacy frameworks (e.g., GDPR, DPDP) and labour relations (e.g., works councils/Betriebsrat) Functional Expertise: Exposure to compensation, benefits administration, and payroll handoffs Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field; CIPD, SHRM‑CP, or equivalent certification preferred About Jeppesen ForeFlight Jeppesen ForeFlight is a leading provider of innovative aviation software solutions, serving the Commercial, Business, Military, and General Aviation sectors globally. Combining Jeppesen’s 90‑year legacy of accurate aeronautical data with ForeFlight’s expertise in cutting‑edge aviation technology, the company delivers an integrated suite of tools designed to enhance safety, improve operational efficiency, and sharpen decision‑making. Why You Should Join At Jeppesen ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees, and we empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide our team and their loved ones with a world‑class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes but not limited to the following: Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums Open PTO Policy 401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave 12 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave Flight Training Rewards Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well market and business considerations: Summary Pay Range: $143,000-$175,000 Jeppesen ForeFlight – EOE including Disability/Vets | Pay Transparency | E‑Verify Participant #J-18808-Ljbffr Jeppesen ForeFlight