Director, People Operations Jobs

Discover Director, People Operations opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to strengthen their people practices and scale their workforce. These senior roles connect business goals with effective HR operations, employee experience, and talent programs. Explore vetted professional jobs on Ladders, including positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of People Operations Do?

A Director of People Operations leads the systems, programs, and teams that support employees throughout their time at an organization. Responsibilities may include shaping people strategy, improving HR processes, overseeing employee relations and compliance, supporting workforce planning, and using data to guide decisions. The role often partners closely with executive leaders, managers, finance, and legal teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for leadership experience in human resources or people operations, strong communication and change-management skills, and the ability to balance employee needs with organizational priorities. Depending on the company, useful expertise may include HR technology, compensation and benefits, organizational design, performance management, employment regulations, and people analytics.

Career Opportunities in People Operations

Director-level roles are available across industries and organization sizes, from growing companies building foundational HR programs to established employers transforming their people functions. Some positions focus broadly on people operations, while others emphasize areas such as employee experience, HR operations, talent management, or organizational effectiveness. Review each listing for its scope, location, work arrangement, and compensation details.

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$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading strategic initiatives in benefits, payroll, and automation. Drive impactful change while managing a high-performing team and collaborating ac...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $224K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading global service delivery, enhancing employee experiences, and driving operational excellence across Talent Acquisition and People processes fo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Drive the operational core of People functions, leading a team in Total Rewards, performance management, and employee relations. Be the subject-matter expert while managing day-to-day people services...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Lead the charge in People Operations, overseeing Total Rewards, performance management, and employee relations. Manage a skilled team while providing hands-on support and strategic direction across mu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $222K *

Empower global growth and enhance HR functions by leading People Operations. Drive market entry strategies, vendor relationships, and employee lifecycle processes while evolving a scalable, effective...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $222K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the evolution of global HR operations, optimizing processes and systems to support international growth, drive team development, and enhance workforce capabilities in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $222K *

Join a team that transforms People Operations in a global context, leading the charge in scaling HR functions, streamlining processes, and enhancing workforce capabilities across multiple internationa...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $222K *

Unlock potential by leading global HR operations, optimizing processes and structures to support international growth. Guide a team to enhance employee experience and ensure compliance across diverse...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $222K *

Lead the charge in driving global HR functions, enhancing infrastructure for international growth while managing teams and establishing scalable people strategies across diverse regions and legal fram...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of our organization by providing strategic HR support, enhancing employee engagement, and driving organizational effectiveness. Collaborate with leadership to foster a thriving cultur...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping organizational growth by partnering with leaders to develop talent strategies, enhance workforce effectiveness, and drive employee engagement. This strategic role blends han...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and optimization of HR operations. Drive compliance, enhance payroll accuracy, and build scalable processes that support a growing organization. Collaborate c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and enhance People Operations by driving scalable service delivery, managing complex programs, and fostering a high-performing team to improve employee experience while ensuring compliance and op...

Lehi, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate People Operations by leading a high-performing team to enhance service delivery, drive operational excellence, and implement scalable solutions that improve employee experience while ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $271K *

Lead transformative HR initiatives by managing global program portfolios, enhancing service delivery, and driving AI integration. Collaborate across functions to ensure effective change management and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Optimize People Operations and Total Rewards by enhancing systems, driving efficiency, and fostering a culture that attracts and retains top talent. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implemen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $290K *

Shape the future of global People Operations by leading innovative HR service delivery, enhancing employee experiences, and driving operational excellence in a rapidly scaling biopharmaceutical enviro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping People & Culture strategy for Houston, driving HR initiatives across Texas. Build relationships with clinical leaders, manage employee relations, and enhance workplace cultu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at People & Culture operations, ensuring strategic support and innovative programs to enhance employee experience and business alignment while fostering strong leadership and opera...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key People Operations Partner, enhancing employee experiences across Engineering, Product, and CX while managing the global Contingent Workforce Program and supporting...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $310K *

Analyze organizational needs and drive strategic HR initiatives to enhance talent management, succession planning, and employee relations in a dynamic gaming industry environment. Build trusted partne...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $270K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading a global team to attract top engineering, data science, and clinical talent. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance employer branding to support our...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $270K *

Lead the charge in building a global talent acquisition function, driving strategies for engineering, clinical, and business roles while enhancing employer branding and candidate experience across the...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $190K *

Drive strategic HR initiatives and operational excellence across the Americas, partnering with leadership to enhance workforce planning, M&A integration, and AI-enabled People systems for global growt...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining HR operations by overseeing payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee relations. You'll lead a global contractor workforce while enhancing processes to support our grow...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of People Operations do?question toggle

    A Director of People Operations leads people-related systems and programs, such as HR operations, employee experience, workforce planning, employee relations, and policy implementation. The exact scope varies by organization.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, People Operations jobs?question toggle

    Many employers seek substantial experience in HR or people operations, demonstrated leadership, and strengths in areas such as employee relations, HR systems, compliance, organizational development, and change management. Requirements differ by role.

  • What is the difference between a Director of People Operations and an HR Director?question toggle

    The titles often overlap. People Operations roles may place particular emphasis on employee experience, scalable processes, and data-informed programs, while HR Director roles can have a broader or more traditional human resources remit. Responsibilities depend on the employer.

  • What salary can I expect in a Director, People Operations role?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as industry, location, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its stated compensation.

  • Where can I find Director, People Operations jobs?question toggle

    Explore Director, People Operations listings on Ladders to review professional opportunities, compare requirements, and find roles that fit your experience and preferences.