Manager, People Programs

atUpstartRemoteUS flagUnited StatesFull-timePeople OperationsMid-levelSenior$138k – $200k/year

Posted 1 day ago

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the planning and execution of mid-year and year-end performance review cycles.

• Manage timelines, system readiness, communication strategies, stakeholder contributions, launch activities, and interdepartmental dependencies.

• Direct the Pulse program alongside People Analytics, HR Business Partners, and senior leadership.

• Handle survey preparation, launch, response monitoring, results dissemination, action-planning logistics, and follow-up.

• Act as the primary program manager for AI Acceleration initiatives.

• Convert executive directives into organized workstreams, milestones, decision points, and measurable outcomes.

• Collaborate with Internal Communications, Learning and Development, Technology, and the wider People Team on AI adoption, communication strategies, enablement, experimentation, and change management.

• Develop comprehensive program plans and operating rhythms.

• Facilitate continuous improvement of systems, playbooks, and processes by leveraging employee feedback, program analytics, and insights gained.

• Assist with additional high-priority, non-technical People initiatives as required.


⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in People or HR programs, employee experience, enterprise program management, organizational change, internal communications, or a similar discipline.

• Proven experience in leading complex, cross-functional programs involving multiple workstreams, dependencies, milestones, and stakeholders.

• Experience managing at least one enterprise-level People program.

• Proficient in translating broad directives into cohesive work plans, clear responsibilities, decision points, and coordinated execution.

• Demonstrated experience in utilizing quantitative and qualitative data to assess program effectiveness and guide enhancements.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication capabilities, including the ability to provide clear, concise, executive-level updates and recommendations.

• Capacity to influence without formal authority and foster accountability across teams, functions, and organizational levels.

• Hands-on approach with a readiness to manage strategic coordination and detailed execution.

• Team operates across East and West coast time zones.


🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package, incorporating base pay, bonus opportunities, and quarterly vesting annual equity grants.

• 401(k) or Group Retirement Savings Plan featuring a company match of $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 annually (USD in the US, CAD in Canada).

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) providing stock purchase options at a discount for eligible employees (US only).

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness resources for US employees, along with supplemental health coverage for Canada.

• Contributions to Health Savings Accounts for eligible plans (US only).

• Life insurance and disability coverage provided.

• Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays offered.

• Paid family and parental leave included.

• Family-oriented benefits supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving needs.

• Employee Assistance Program available, offering mental health support and life resources.

• Financial planning tools and financial concierge service available (US only).

• Annual wellness allowance provided.

• Annual productivity allowance available.

• Opportunities for team events, company-wide updates, and participation in employee resource groups (ERGs).

• Catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens available for employees working in offices located in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City.

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