Senior Manager of People Operations

Horizon3; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Innovation-driven culture

Flexible remote work

Inclusive and diverse team

Job summary

Horizon3 is seeking a Senior Manager, People Operations to scale our global workforce and drive HR operations across regions. You will lead a team, refine the operating model, and partner with Legal, Tax, and Finance to establish entities, EORs, and compliant mobility programs.

You will oversee HRIS, payroll, benefits, and policy localization, mentor the team, guide data-driven decisions, and champion an inclusive, high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Deep international employment expertise across multiple regions.
• 6+ years in managing end-to-end People Operations and global mobility.
• Proven ability to establish foreign entities and transition to direct employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead global market-entry strategy with Legal, Tax and Finance.
• Oversee EOR relationships, contracts, and entity transitions as markets scale.
• Manage global HR tech stack, payroll, and benefits with multi-currency support.
• Design localized total rewards aligned with country legislation.
• Mentor and develop the People Operations team across regions.

Skills

International HR

Global Mobility

People Operations

Multi-country compensation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

HR certification (PHR/SHRM)

Tools

Rippling

Deel

HRIS / Payroll platforms

EOR management tools

Job description

• We are entering an exciting stage of growth and scale, and looking for a Senior Manager, People Operations to drive our core HR functions and global expansion efforts towards success
• This is a high impact builder role, leading a team of direct reports and driving the work
• This role will build on top of a solid existing foundation - iterating on the operating model, systems, processes, and workflows that support Horizon3’s international growth strategy and increasingly global workforce. You will evolve the People Operations team and infrastructure into a scalable, well-designed function
• You will also be a coach to our People Operations team, who will significantly impact our global workforce capability and organizational growth
• Lead global market-entry strategy and execution by partnering with Legal, Tax, and Finance teams to evaluate and establish owned legal entities, Employer of Record (EOR) models, or contractor structures across target countries
• Manage international EOR vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements, including the strategic operational transition of employees from EOR providers into direct legal entities as markets scale
• Oversee the global HR tech stack (HRIS, ATS, global payroll, and benefits systems) to maintain accurate employee records, multi-currency capabilities, and data security standards
• Design localized total rewards programs, including competitive compensation bands, statutory benefits, healthcare coverage, leave policies, and retirement plans tailored to specific country legislation
• Establish standardized global employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, role changes, mobility programs, visa sponsorships, and offboarding workflows
• Maintain HR policies, operational procedures, and employee handbooks localized to regional labor laws and data privacy regulations such as GDPR
• Analyze core workforce analytics (turnover, time-to-fill, cost of hire, retention) to guide executive decision-making and operational improvements
• Mentoring, coaching, equipping, and developing your team, as well as recognizing and retaining high performers

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities: Be part of a dynamic and growing team with numerous career advancement opportunities
• Innovation-Driven Culture: Work in a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking
• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy the convenience and work-life balance that comes with remote work
• Inclusive and Diverse Team: We value diversity and promote an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive

Our ideal candidate will have deep international employment expertise, strong cross-functional project management skills, and systems proficiency to excel in this roleMust have a deep understanding of international labor law frameworks, statutory employee benefits, worker classification standards, cross-border tax considerations, and data privacy regulationsMust have 6+ years of experience in managing end-to-end People Operations functions, establishing new foreign legal entities, administering multi-country compensation and benefits, and leading global mobility initiativesMust be proficient in global HRIS platforms (e.g., Rippling), global payroll platforms, and EOR management tools (e.g., Deel)Must be knowledgeable in performance management frameworks, employee relations practices, global HR compliance reporting, and workforce metrics analysisDemonstrated experience leading global HR/People Operations initiatives across multiple regions (e.g., Americas, EMEA, APAC)Proven experience establishing foreign legal entities and transitioning workforce models from EOR to direct employmentBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply