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D-Wave

VP, Global HR Operations

D-Wave

. Define and execute the global HR Operations strategy aligned with business priorities .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $206,000 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in global HR Operations, including HR technology strategy, compliance, and governance, while leading high-performing teams to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement across diverse environments.

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Global HR Operations LeadershipHR Technology StrategyCompliance and GovernanceData Privacy ManagementProcess Improvement and Automation

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Hard Skills
HRIS ManagementGlobal Workforce AdministrationOperational ExcellenceDigital TransformationAI AdoptionEmployee Lifecycle OperationsOnboarding and OffboardingStrategic Vendor ManagementBudget ManagementHigh-Growth Environment Experience
Soft Skills
Executive PartnershipInfluence and CollaborationTeam DevelopmentStrategic LeadershipAccountability
Tools & Technologies
HR Technology EcosystemAutomation ToolsAnalytics PlatformsSelf-Service SystemsIntegrated HR Systems
Industry Keywords
Multinational OrganizationsGlobal ExpansionAcquisitionsOrganizational ChangeHigh-Growth Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Define and execute the global HR Operations strategy aligned with business priorities
  • Evolve the HR operating model, governance, and service delivery for a growing global workforce
  • Lead operational readiness for global expansion, acquisitions, reorganizations, and strategic initiatives
  • Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and operational excellence across HR
  • Own the roadmap for the HR technology ecosystem, including HRIS and supporting platforms
  • Drive automation, AI adoption, self-service, and process improvements
  • Partner with IT, Finance, and Payroll to deliver integrated systems, reliable people data, and actionable analytics
  • Ensure governance of HR systems, employee data, reporting, security, and compliance
  • Lead global employee lifecycle operations, including onboarding, internal mobility, immigration, leaves, relocations, and offboarding
  • Standardize global processes while ensuring compliance with local employment requirements
  • Improve HR service delivery for employees and managers
  • Maintain audit readiness, operational controls, and oversight of HR data and transactions
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness and champion responsible AI use across HR
  • Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing global HR Operations team
  • Establish priorities, service standards, metrics, and accountability
  • Balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution to deliver measurable business outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 12+ years of progressive HR experience
  • 5+ years leading global HR Operations, HR technology, HRIS, or shared services in complex multinational organizations
  • Experience building and scaling global HR operating models and transforming HR service delivery in high-growth environments
  • Expertise in global HR operations, compliance, governance, workforce administration, data privacy, and HR technology
  • Experience leading HR technology strategy, HRIS modernization, automation, AI, and digital transformation initiatives
  • Experience leading global teams and supporting employees across multiple countries and employment models
  • Strong executive partnership and influence across HR, IT, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and business leaders
  • Experience managing enterprise HR technology portfolios, strategic vendors, and operational budgets
  • Experience supporting global expansion, acquisitions, organizational change, or business transformation is preferred
  • Experience in technology, software, deep tech, or other high-growth global organizations is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Company ownership/equity
  • Competitive pay
  • Bonus
  • Perks
  • Benefits
  • Career growth and empowerment opportunities