Head Of HR Global Operations

Dataiku; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI platform provider is seeking a Director of HR Global Operations to enhance employee lifecycle programs and drive operational efficiency. This senior role requires over 15 years of experience in People Operations and expertise in global HR best practices. Candidates should have a collaborative leadership style and exceptional data analysis skills, along with a strong focus on compliance and risk management.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in People Operations.
• Expertise in building and scaling Global HR programs.
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale HR programs across the employee lifecycle.
• Drive a data-driven approach to optimize HR systems.
• Oversee compliance and risk management.

Skills

People Operations

Data analysis

Compliance knowledge

Collaborative leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Tools

Global HRIS

Job description

Overview

Dataiku is The Universal AI Platform, giving organizations control over their AI talent, processes, and technologies to unleash analytics, models, and agents. Providing no-, low-, and full-code capabilities, Dataiku meets teams where they are today, allowing them to begin building with AI using their existing skills and knowledge.

The Role As a fast-growing, global, and dynamic organization, Dataiku knows our people are at the heart of our impact with customers and partners every day. We are seeking a Director, HR Global Operations to design and scale programs, processes, systems, and policies across the full employee lifecycle—anchored in our mission, values, and culture, with a strong emphasis on the employee experience.

This role will drive key talent priorities, including onboarding and offboarding, total rewards, HR systems and analytics, risk management and compliance, and supporting growth through international expansion and M&A activity.

As a senior leader within People Operations, you will shape the team’s culture and capabilities during this exciting phase of growth. You’ll mentor, coach, and empower your team, as well as leaders across the organization, to reach their highest potential. This role reports directly to our VP, People Foundation.

What You’ll Make an Impact

Employee Experience & Lifecycle

• Transform people operations by building scalable systems and processes in partnership with benefits, compensation, compliance, HRIS, talent, and business partners.
• Streamline and automate workflows to enhance employee experience and support growth.
• Utilize AI and Agentic AI solutions to deliver exceptional outcomes.
• Ensure accurate, timely payroll, benefits, and compliance delivery.
• Partner cross-functionally to deliver integrated, employee-first solutions.
• Lead and continuously improve the HR Service Delivery model.

People Systems, Mechanisms, & Insights

• Drive a data-driven approach through optimized HR systems and processes.
• Use data, dashboards, and reporting to provide actionable insights and measure outcomes.
• Prioritize work based on level of impact, effort and business priority.

Compliance & Risk

• Oversee all policies, training, audits, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain strong internal controls and reduce organizational risk.
• Deep understanding and experience with geographic and country-specific requirements.
• Lead a global team of People Operations Managers and Specialists.
• Develop a program to build functional and enduring skills within the team.

What You’ll Need

• 15+ years of progressive experience in People Operations, with a proven record of delivering transformational impact across global teams and functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Expertise in building and scaling Global HR programs (payroll, benefits, analytics, etc.) from design through successful rollout in high-growth organizations.
• Hands-on experience with Global HRIS implementation and administration, including vendor selection, process optimization, and workflow design.
• Strong data orientation—skilled in translating people data into actionable insights that drive employee engagement, development, and organizational success.
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices, with the ability to ensure compliance while enabling flexibility and growth.
• Global perspective, with a track record of successfully expanding HR operations into new regions and adapting approaches to diverse cultural and regulatory landscapes.
• Collaborative leader, adept at building partnerships across recruiting, payroll, IT, finance, and other teams.
• Clear and compelling communicator, both in writing and presenting to leadership. Strategic yet hands-on, comfortable shifting between long-term vision and day-to-day operational needs in a dynamic environment.
• Thrives in ambiguity, using sound judgment to resolve complex challenges.
• Passionate about people success, with a strong service mindset and commitment to growth and development.
• Experience in the tech industry is strongly preferred.

What are you waiting for!

At Dataiku, you\'ll be part of a journey to shape the evolving world of AI. We\'re not just building a product; we\'re crafting the future of AI. If you\'re ready to make a significant impact in a company that values innovation, collaboration, and your personal growth, we can\'t wait to welcome you to Dataiku. For more about working here, you can visit our Dataiku LinkedIn page.

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