Senior Manager, People Operations

Photonic Inc.

. Lead the evolution of People Operations and create frameworks, processes, and programs for company growth .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeCoquitlam • CanadaSenior💰 CA$140,800 - CA$193,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in People Operations, focusing on designing scalable practices, managing compensation programs, and ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Leverages data-driven insights to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

People Operations LeadershipCompensation Program DesignHR Technology ImplementationWorkforce AnalyticsOrganizational Change Management

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Hard Skills

People OperationsCompensation ProgramsBenefits AdministrationWorkforce PlanningOperational ExcellenceGovernance ModelsService Level AgreementsHR Systems StrategyData Quality ManagementReporting and Analytics

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationStakeholder InfluenceAttention to DetailStrategic ThinkingNatural Curiosity

Tools & Technologies

HiBobJIRAPayroll SystemsHR Technology

Industry Keywords

Employee ExperienceCompliance RequirementsInternational MarketsOperational InsightsOrganizational Effectiveness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the evolution of People Operations and create frameworks, processes, and programs for company growth
Design and implement scalable People Operations practices that improve efficiency, consistency, and employee experience
Establish operational excellence through documentation, governance models, playbooks, and service standards
Develop service level agreements and success metrics and improve performance against them
Partner with senior leaders across Human Resources, Finance, Operations, Facilities, IT, and Legal
Provide workforce insights and recommendations on organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, compensation, and employee experience
Advise leaders through organizational change while balancing employee needs and business goals
Use data and operational insights to identify trends, opportunities, and risks
Lead and enhance compensation programs excluding equity compensation
Drive the annual compensation review process and compensation governance
Design and maintain people policies across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and future international markets
Partner with Legal and business leaders on compliance requirements
Own HR systems and tools strategy, implementation, and optimization
Lead system implementations, upgrades, integrations, vendor partnerships, and renewals
Champion data quality, reporting, and governance
Lead global benefits strategy and development
Manage benefits renewals, benchmarking, enhancements, and employee access

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of progressive experience in People Operations, HR Operations, or related disciplines
Experience supporting organizations through significant growth and scale
Proven success building and operationalizing people programs, systems, and infrastructure
Experience working across multiple employment jurisdictions, ideally including Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom
Deep expertise in HR technology, workforce analytics, reporting, and operational excellence
Experience with HiBob, JIRA, payroll systems, or major HR technology implementations is an asset
Strong experience designing and administering compensation and benefits programs
Ability to move between strategic thinking and hands-on execution
Strong business acumen, systems thinking, and attention to detail
Exceptional communication and partnership skills, with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Natural curiosity and desire to continuously improve how work gets done
Cover letter combined with resume required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary, stock options, and relocation support for global talent
Extended health and dental coverage
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Employee assistance program
Parental leave top-ups
Flexible spending account
Regular team events
Social activities
Inclusive culture
Equity, diversity, and inclusion commitment
Hiring-process accommodations