People Operations - Onsite NYC - Start Up

We're looking for a people operations expert who can blend strategic thinking with hands-on execution. The ideal profile is someone who has worn many hats - Chief of Staff, Operations Manager, Business Generalist - and is passionate about building a people function. Experience at a start up is required along with onboarding, offboarding, payroll and benefits expertise. Onsite in NYC, up to $200K.

Client Details

Our client is an early-stage, global high‑growth tech start‑up. This person will be owning the people function to support the highly valued employee population as the team continues to scale globally. If you've thrived in the organized chaos of a start‑up and love shaping people, processes, and culture from the ground up, this role is for you!

Description

• Own the full employee lifecycle (recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefits)
• Build thoughtful, scalable people programs that promote high performance and psychological safety
• Design and implement operational systems that enable clarity, communication, and speed
• Serve as the connective tissue across teams, removing friction and optimizing workflows
• Partner with leadership to support strategic planning, OKRs, and cross-team alignment
• Build dashboards, processes, and documentation that support long-term scalability

Profile

• 7+ years of experience
• Previous experience in a fast-paced, ambiguous start‑up environment required
• Experience working in other areas of a start-up (business, strategy, etc.) highly preferred
• Loves supporting people, solving cross-functional problems, and building structure
• Thrives as both a strategic partner and a hands-on builder
• Comfort with ambiguity, experimentation, and getting things done quickly
• Able to go into the NYC office 4 or 5 days a week

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation up to $200K + Equity
• Benefits coverage for yourself and dependents
• 401k match
• Opportunity to build a people function from the ground up
• Work directly with founders and leadership
• A culture that values transparency, curiosity, and making things better every day
• The chance to grow your career as the company scales

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