Senior Manager, People Operations

Horizon3.ai

. Lead global market-entry strategy and execution with Legal, Tax, and Finance teams .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $169,868 - $222,050 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in global HRIS platforms, international labor law frameworks, and establishing foreign legal entities. Proven ability to lead People Operations initiatives, manage vendor relationships, and design comprehensive total rewards programs.

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Global HRIS ProficiencyInternational Labor Law ExpertisePeople Operations ManagementEOR Management ExperienceWorkforce Analytics Analysis

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Hard Skills

Global Payroll ManagementCompensation AdministrationEmployee Relations PracticesPerformance Management FrameworksWorkforce Metrics Analysis

Soft Skills

MentoringCoachingTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

RipplingDeelHRISATSGlobal Payroll Systems

Industry Keywords

Employer of RecordStatutory BenefitsData Privacy RegulationsCross-Border Tax ConsiderationsVisa Sponsorship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead global market-entry strategy and execution with Legal, Tax, and Finance teams
Evaluate and establish owned legal entities, Employer of Record models, or contractor structures across target countries
Manage international EOR vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements
Transition employees from EOR providers into direct legal entities as markets scale
Oversee the global HR tech stack, including HRIS, ATS, global payroll, and benefits systems
Design localized total rewards programs covering compensation bands, statutory benefits, healthcare, leave policies, and retirement plans
Establish standardized global employee lifecycle processes for onboarding, role changes, mobility, visa sponsorships, and offboarding
Maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks aligned with regional labor laws and GDPR
Analyze workforce analytics such as turnover, time-to-fill, cost of hire, and retention
Mentor, coach, equip, and develop the People Operations team
Explore, test, and implement AI and automation solutions to improve scalability and efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficiency in global HRIS platforms (e.g., Rippling), global payroll platforms, and EOR management tools (e.g., Deel)
Deep understanding of international labor law frameworks, statutory employee benefits, worker classification standards, cross-border tax considerations, and data privacy regulations
6+ years of experience managing end-to-end People Operations functions, establishing new foreign legal entities, administering multi-country compensation and benefits, and leading global mobility initiatives
Knowledge of performance management frameworks, employee relations practices, global HR compliance reporting, and workforce metrics analysis
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Demonstrated experience leading global HR/People Operations initiatives across multiple regions, including Americas, EMEA, and APAC
Proven experience establishing foreign legal entities and transitioning workforce models from EOR to direct employment
United States work authorization required
Ability to work Eastern time for timezone coverage
Up to 25% travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity package in the form of stock options for all full-time roles
Health, vision & dental insurance for you and your family
Flexible vacation policy
Generous parental leave
Growth and career development opportunities
Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment
Remote work model
Up to 25% travel opportunity