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Factory

People Operations

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Analyze people data and operational metrics to surface insights, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements to leadership. * Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees on operational ...

INL Corona

People Operations Specialist II

Corona, CA · On-site

Maintain ongoing communication with People Operations leadership and provide timely updates regarding employee concerns, compliance matters, recurring trends, operational risks, barriers, and cases ...

INL Corona

People Operations Specialist II

Corona, CA · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Maintain ongoing communication with People Operations leadership and provide timely updates regarding employee concerns, compliance matters, recurring trends, operational risks, barriers, and cases ...

INL Corona

People Operations Specialist II

Corona, CA · On-site

$23 - $26/hr

Maintain ongoing communication with People Operations leadership and provide timely updates regarding employee concerns, compliance matters, recurring trends, operational risks, barriers, and cases ...

Ceribell, Inc

Director, People Operations

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$170K - $235K/yr

This role leads the People Operations Core function and drives infrastructure, compliance, lifecycle execution, and data reliability across the organization. You'll shape and manage employee ...

Flock Freight

Manager, People Operations

Encinitas, CA · On-site

$12K - $140K/yr

Collaborate with People leadership to translate enterprise People priorities into focused operational plans and reliable execution. What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business ...

Flock Freight

Manager, People Operations

Encinitas, CA · On-site

$12K - $140K/yr

Collaborate with People leadership to translate enterprise People priorities into focused operational plans and reliable execution. What You'll Bring * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business ...

Ceribell, Inc

Director, People Operations

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$170K - $235K/yr

This role leads the People Operations Core function and drives infrastructure, compliance, lifecycle execution, and data reliability across the organization. You'll shape and manage employee ...

Cognition

People Operations

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Among our founding team, we have world-class competitive programmers, former founders, and leaders ... Requirements for this role: * 3+ years in people operations or HR at a fast-growing startup or tech ...

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What is the difference between People Operations Leader vs HR Manager?

AspectPeople Operations LeaderHR Manager
CredentialsRelevant HR certifications, leadership experienceHR certifications, managerial experience
Work EnvironmentStrategic, cross-departmental focusOperational, employee relations focus
Employer & Industry UsageTech, startups, innovative companiesCorporate, mid-sized to large organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding strategic HR rolesOperational HR responsibilities

The People Operations Leader focuses on strategic HR initiatives, employee experience, and organizational culture, often in innovative or tech companies. In contrast, the HR Manager handles day-to-day HR operations, compliance, and employee relations. While both roles require HR certifications and experience, the People Operations Leader has a broader, strategic scope, whereas the HR Manager is more operational.

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Director, People Operations

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

Ceribell, Inc
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Ceribell, Incexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Position Overview:

As Ceribell continues to evolve and expand, we're seeking a strategic People Operations leader to strengthen the systems and processes that power our employee experience, internal mobility, and operational integrity. This role leads the People Operations Core function and drives infrastructure, compliance, lifecycle execution, and data reliability across the organization.

You'll shape and manage employee lifecycle programs, direct HR systems strategy, and coordinate cross-functional efforts with Payroll, IT, Finance, Legal, Stock Admin, and Talent. By owning Talent Management Operations and working in close alignment with other adjacent P&C teams such as our HRBPs and Talent Acquisition, you will make certain that our infrastructure for development and recruiting remains scalable, efficient, and integrated with overarching company objectives.

Additionally, you'll partner closely with our Compensation & Benefits lead to support the seamless execution of benefits, compensation, and equity programs. This is a highly strategic role with meaningful influence on the People team's ability to scale effectively.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead and develop the People Operations Core team, setting priorities, monitoring workload, and supporting growth
  • Own the long-term strategy, administration, and continuous improvement of core HR systems, including the HCM platform, performance tools, and help desk systems, in partnership with IT for technical support and integration
  • Design, implement, and scale employee lifecycle processes such as onboarding, offboarding, internal mobility, promotions, and leaves of absence
  • Ensure compliance across employee recordkeeping, audit readiness, and documentation standards
  • Oversee Talent Management Operations, supporting goal-setting, performance cycles, development programs, and system logistics
  • Drive improvements in People processes, service delivery, and internal documentation through thoughtful change management
  • Partner with other People & Culture Teams ensuring structured workflows, accurate data, and smooth coordination between stakeholders (i.e. HRBPs and Talent Acquisition)
  • Partner with Compensation & Benefits to support program delivery for equity, compensation, and benefits
  • Serve as a cross-functional leader and escalation point across Payroll, IT, Legal, Finance, Stock Admin, and Talent Acquisition
  • Partner with Finance and the Data Analytics team to guide HR dashboards, headcount reporting, and workforce insights that support strategic decision-making

What You Bring: 

  • 10+ years of progressive People Operations experience, with at least 2 years in a formal leadership role
  • Deep expertise in HR systems strategy, configuration, and administration, especially HCM, performance, and ticketing platforms (e.g., HiBob, Greenhouse)
  • Experience leading operational and compliance programs at scale in high-growth or regulated environments
  • Familiarity with cross-functional People Operations topics including compensation execution, equity logistics, and immigration coordination
  • Proven ability to develop teams, build process infrastructure, and lead through complexity
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization
  • A strategic mindset with a bias toward structure, clarity, and scalable solutions

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