Location:  Santa Clara, CA (Hybird)

Hours:  Monday - Friday, Day shift 

We are seeking a highly strategic, operationally excellent, and AI-forward Manager, People Systems & Analytics to help modernize and scale our People technology ecosystem. This role is ideal for a systems thinker and builder who thrives at the intersection of HR technology, analytics, automation, process optimization, and employee experience.

Reporting to the future VP, HR Operations, Systems & People Programs, this role will own and optimize the People technology landscape across the employee lifecycle while helping shape the future of how People & Places operates at One Workplace.

This individual will play a critical role in advancing scalable infrastructure, enabling data-driven decision-making, improving operational efficiency, and identifying innovative opportunities to leverage automation and AI across HR processes and experiences.

What You’ll Do

People Systems Strategy & Optimization

• Lead the administration, optimization, and ongoing evolution of One Workplace’s People systems ecosystem, including HRIS, ATS, onboarding, learning, survey, recognition, and related platforms
• Partner closely with HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, and business leaders to ensure systems effectively support organizational goals and operational needs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on scalability, efficiency, employee experience, and operational excellence
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend modern solutions that improve workflows, reporting, automation, and user experience
• Support and optimize integrations across People systems and enterprise platforms

HRIS Administration & Governance

• Serve as a primary owner and subject matter expert for HR systems, including system configuration, testing, troubleshooting, upgrades, security, permissions, workflows, and documentation
• Lead and support implementation, stabilization, and optimization efforts related to ADP and other People technologies
• Establish and maintain strong data governance, security, compliance, and privacy standards across People systems
• Develop and maintain SOPs, process documentation, and system training resources

Analytics, Reporting & Insights

• Design and deliver dashboards, analytics, and reporting solutions that enable better business and talent decisions
• Transform People data into actionable insights for leaders, HRBPs, and executive stakeholders
• Develop scalable reporting frameworks and self-service capabilities where appropriate
• Partner with stakeholders to identify trends, opportunities, and operational risks across the employee lifecycle

Process Design, Automation & AI Enablement

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate People operations through workflow optimization, integrations, AI tools, and scalable process design
• Partner across the enterprise to evaluate and responsibly implement AI-enabled solutions that improve productivity, decision-making, and employee experiences
• Help shape the future roadmap for People technology, automation, and AI within the organization
• Champion thoughtful, practical adoption of emerging technologies while balancing governance, risk, and user experience

Project Management & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Lead and support complex People systems projects and operational initiatives across multiple business entities and employee populations
• Partner cross-functionally with IT, Payroll, Finance, and business leaders on systems enhancements, implementations, compliance initiatives, and process improvements
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with external partners as needed
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members as the function continues to grow

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in HRIS, People Operations, People Technology, HR Analytics, or related fields
• Strong experience administering and optimizing HR systems in complex, multi-entity environments
• Experience with ADP and modern HR technology ecosystems strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success building scalable processes, improving operational efficiency, and driving systems optimization
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience developing dashboards, reports, and actionable insights
• Experience supporting integrations, automation, and workflow design across systems
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging AI technologies and their practical application within HR and People Operations
• Strong project management, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• High attention to detail, strong judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset