Global People Operations Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany, +3 more countries.

📋 Description

• Oversee comprehensive payroll operations across various countries and the United States.

• Administer payroll inputs related to hires, terminations, compensation adjustments, bonuses, benefits, leave, and other employee lifecycle events.

• Organize payroll calendars, manage provider submissions, conduct reviews, and resolve issues.

• Keep payroll documentation up to date, ensuring compliance with country-specific requirements and operational controls.

• Assist with payroll audits.

• Prepare, coordinate, and manage employment contracts, amendments, and other relevant employment documentation.

• Facilitate and implement country compliance in collaboration with local counsel, payroll providers, and Employer of Record (EOR) services.

• Maintain compliance calendars and playbooks for each country, covering employment, payroll, benefits, reporting, and statutory obligations.

• Aid in country expansion efforts, new employment arrangements, and updates to local regulations.

• Convert country-specific requirements into effective People Operations processes.

• Coordinate bonus plans, target agreements, and approved variable-pay modifications.

• Provide payroll and accrual information to the Finance team and clarify employee-related transactions or discrepancies.

• Collaborate with Finance on payroll data, accruals, reconciliations, and audit assistance.

• Work alongside Talent Acquisition, People Partners, managers, and employees throughout the employment lifecycle.

• Offer backup support for German employment processes and other People Operations initiatives.

• Assist with onboarding, offboarding, employee changes, benefits administration, HRIS maintenance, and People Operations projects.

• Share expertise, document procedures, and build resilient coverage across countries and functions.

• Manage relationships with payroll providers, EORs, HRIS, and contract management vendors.

• Enhance and scale payroll, HRIS, contract management, and employee data processes.

• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate workflows while ensuring data quality and compliance.

⛳️ Requirements

• Background in international People Operations, global payroll, employment operations, HR operations, or a related discipline.

• Proficiency in coordinating payroll across multiple countries, including the United States.

• Experience in preparing or managing employment contracts and related documentation.

• Practical experience collaborating with payroll providers, EORs, local counsel, or external employment advisors.

• Solid understanding of international employment, payroll, and statutory compliance requirements.

• Exceptional attention to detail and sound judgment in managing confidential employee and payroll information.

• Familiarity with HRIS, payroll, contract management, or EOR platforms.

• Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management abilities.

• Proficiency in English is essential.

• Knowledge of German or another European language is a plus.

• A collaborative mindset and a willingness to contribute across the entire People Operations team.

🏝️ Benefits

• Permanent positions that provide long-term stability.

• Flexible working hours.

• Options for mobile work and fully remote contracts.

• Freedom to select your preferred work hardware.

• Well-structured onboarding process with support from a personal "buddy."

• An inspiring work environment with dedicated colleagues and a vibrant community.

• Diverse opportunities for personal growth and development.

• Company pension plans.

• Health programs.

• Regular team events.