People Operations Associate

People Operations Associate Our client is a rapidly scaling venture-backed technology company building category-defining products at the forefront of artificial intelligence. With a globally distributed team spanning multiple countries and a period of exceptional growth ahead, they are investing heavily in the people, systems, and infrastructure that will support their next stage of scale. Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end onboarding and create an exceptional new hire experience Manage and improve core People Operations processes across benefits, HRIS, compliance, and employee lifecycle events Coordinate international hiring, contractor management, and global employment operations Partner with immigration counsel to support visa and immigration processes Maintain accurate people data, reporting, and documentation across systems Build scalable workflows, trackers, playbooks, and operational infrastructure Support compliance initiatives including employment documentation, audits, and policy administration Partner with leadership on special projects that improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness Help coordinate team events, offsites, and culture-building initiatives Identify operational gaps and proactively implement solutions before they become problems Ideal Background 24+ years of experience in People Operations, HR, Recruiting Operations, or startup operations Experience supporting a high-growth startup or scaling technology company Strong exposure to onboarding, benefits administration, HR systems, and employee operations Experience working across multiple entities, countries, or international employment programs is highly desirable Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail Demonstrated ability to independently manage projects and operational workstreams Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building processes where none exist Excellent written and verbal communication skills High level of discretion when handling confidential employee information Culture & Environment High-agency, ownership-driven team where initiative is highly valued Fast-paced environment with significant opportunity to shape and improve systems Collaborative, low-ego culture focused on impact and execution Exposure to founders and senior leadership with meaningful visibility across the organization Global team with international operations and cross-functional collaboration Ideal for someone who is proactive, resourceful, and energized by solving complex operational challenges Values warm relationship-building, trust, and exceptional employee experience Opportunity to grow alongside a company entering its next phase of rapid scale #J-18808-Ljbffr