Senior Manager / Director, People Operations

MeUndies; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, vision insurance

Flexible time off

Catered lunches and events

Annual company retreat

Dog-friendly office

Job summary

MeUndies seeks a Senior Manager/Director, People Operations to lead the People Team and partner with the C‑Suite to shape strategy for recruiting, retention, and an exceptional employee experience. This hybrid role is based in Los Angeles with four in-office days per week.

You will own HR processes across the employee lifecycle, payroll, benefits, compliance, and culture initiatives, while building a high‑performing organization that supports MeUndies’ growth and values.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience leading a People Operations function
• Ability to think strategically while managing operational issues
• Track record of building strong teams
• Experience with diversity and inclusion, learning and development, succession planning and performance management
• Excellent communication with executives and staff
• Startup experience preferred
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Organization Development or Human Resources preferred

Responsibilities

• Own HR processes across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, offboarding, leaves, performance management, employee relations)
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and handbook updates
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws
• Oversee contractor agreements, classification, and administration
• Manage HR compliance, audits, filings, training and safety requirements
• Serve as primary HR resource for employee and manager questions
• Partner with legal counsel on employment matters as needed
• Own recruiting processes and work with external partners
• Oversee benefits administration (health, dental, vision, 401(k), COBRA, FSA)
• Manage relationships with HR vendors and maintain employee records and reporting
• Oversee office operations, IT provisioning, and workplace facilities
• Support employee engagement and culture initiatives
• Drive talent development and performance management programs

Skills

People operations leadership

HR policies & compliance

Payroll & benefits

Talent acquisition

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business/Organization Development or Human Resources

Tools

Rippling

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Senior Manager / Director, People Operations

With a growing company comes a growing team full of driven and innovative people. We’re looking for a Sr. Manager/Director, People Operations to join us. You will be an integral member of our leadership team and will be a trusted partner to the C-Suite and department heads. You will lead the People Team and set strategy to retain, recruit, and reward talent at MeUndies. You will also drive initiatives that reinforce company values and create a best-in-class employee experience.

Please note that this is a hybrid position of 4 days/week in our Los Angeles office.

What You’ll Do

People Operations & Compliance

• Own HR processes across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding, leave administration, performance management, employee relations, etc.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and handbook updates.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and workplace requirements.
• Oversee independent contractor agreements and related documentation, ensuring appropriate classification, compliance, and ongoing administration.
• Manage HR compliance, audits, filings, training, and safety requirements.
• Serve as the primary HR resource for employee and manager questions.
• Partner with legal counsel on employment matters as needed.

HR Operations, Payroll & Benefits

• Serve as the HR owner and subject matter expert for Rippling and other people‑related systems.
• Partner with Accounting on payroll administration, including timekeeping, PTO, employee changes, and payroll reconciliation.
• Own benefits administration, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), COBRA, and FSA.
• Manage relationships with benefits, payroll, HRIS, and other People vendors.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR data, and reporting.

Employee Relations & Manager Support

• Manage employee relations matters, investigations, performance concerns, and workplace issues.
• Coach managers on performance, communication, employee engagement, and policy application.
• Partner with leadership and legal counsel on complex employee matters.
• Ensure consistent and fair application of company policies.

Talent Acquisition & Performance

• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, hiring roadmaps, and priorities.
• Own and improve recruiting processes and manage external recruiting partners.
• Manage and evaluate agency support, including search strategy, vendor relationships, recruiting fees, and performance.
• Support hiring managers with job descriptions, interview processes, and hiring decisions.
• Own performance management processes, including goal setting, mid‑year and year‑end reviews.
• Partner with managers on employee development, performance improvement, and career growth.

Culture & Employee Experience

• Support employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives.
• Partner with leadership and managers to improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
• Use employee feedback and engagement data to identify opportunities and inform people strategies.

Office, Facilities & Workplace Operations

• Manage and oversee the Office Manager, ensuring effective day‑to‑day office operations and employee support.
• Oversee workplace operations, facilities, office services, supplies, vendors, and building management.
• Manage relationships with landlords, property management, maintenance providers, security, and other workplace vendors.
• Oversee office policies, workplace procedures, emergency preparedness, and safety requirements.
• Support office moves, renovations, events, and other workplace projects as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of coordination for employee IT and technology needs, partnering with external IT providers as appropriate.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding technology processes, including hardware, software, system access, and account provisioning.
• Manage and ensure timely resolution of employee technology issues.
• Partner with leadership on technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, data protection, and access management.
• Maintain processes for company equipment, asset tracking, and technology inventory.
• Support implementation and administration of technology platforms that enable employee productivity and business operations.

What You Have

• 7+ years of progressive experience in this field, including prior experience leading a People Operations function as an executive team member at a company with more than 50 employees.
• Ability to think strategically but also focus on tactical and operational issues.
• A track record of building strong, effective teams of people with complementary skills.
• Leadership experience developing talent management functions such as diversity and inclusion, learning and development, succession planning and performance management.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels – with the CEO, leadership team, board of directors, and team members.
• Experience working in a start‑up culture is preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Organization Development or Human Resources preferred

The base salary range for this full‑time position is $145,000 -$212,000. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the base salary range provided in this posting does not include any bonus, equity, or benefits you may be eligible for.

WHY WORK AT MEUNDIES?

It’s more than a job.

We have focused on building a team of people who emulate our core values. We look for people who stay balanced, go further, build relationships, champion differences, and are humble. At MeUndies, we continue to maintain a stellar brand by working collaboratively and encouraging growth with learning opportunities. There is no such thing as a small achievement here - we celebrate it all!

We look at the necessities.

We offer competitive salary packages, including targeted annual bonuses, generous parental leave, a 401k, fantastic health benefits, open time off, and more.

We have an office you’ll enjoy going to.

We work in our office Monday - Thursday. Friday is a remote/work‑from‑home day. We’re set up to support comfortable working - hot desks, lounge, and casual seating areas, a Mother’s Room, an on‑site gym & shower, and a kitchen that makes you feel like you’ve never left home. We’re dog‑friendly, so your furry coworker can join you anytime.

We don’t forget the most important things.

We want MeUndies to be a place where you feel safe and comfortable, and we encourage our employees to hold us accountable for keeping it that way. We encourage open communication and a People Ops team that is ready to help. When you work at MeUndies, we take your needs as an employee (and a person) seriously. Our doors are always welcome to feedback and suggestions!

Plus those special extra things.

We also know how important it is to connect with your team members outside of everyday work. We offer catered lunches every in‑office day, holiday parties, off‑sites, happy hours, and an annual retreat. You’ll also get a sweet employee discount to rebuild your underwear drawer with our top‑notch prints.

MeUndies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace and hiring process free from discrimination. All employment decisions will be made, and all qualified applicants will be considered, without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MeUndies will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.