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.

Find Director, People Operations Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements and responsibilities to find a Director, People Operations position that matches your leadership experience and career goals.

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$127K - $216K *

Drive actuarial pricing and analysis to enhance financial performance and enrollment. Lead a team of analysts, ensuring compliance and sound risk assessment while collaborating across departments to a...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Transform software delivery by managing cross-functional teams, aligning sprints, and optimizing project timelines. Drive clarity in processes and foster collaboration to ensure successful product exe...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional projects, ensuring timely deliverables and driving process improvements through collaboration and expert project management methodologies...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in quality and validation readiness for complex programs, uniting Engineering, Product, and Customer Success teams. Utilize AI and automation to streamline processes, enhance delivery...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Shape the future of healthcare by building strategic partnerships that enhance behavioral health referrals. Collaborate with leadership to drive growth, develop tailored solutions, and maintain strong...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $165K *

Lead the charge in expanding market share and driving growth in the UAV industry by developing teams, forging partnerships, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance revenue and operational ef...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $172K *

Elevate initiatives by managing key projects and leading teams to enhance healthcare access and performance. Drive strategic growth through collaboration, risk assessment, and effective communication...

Long Beach, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Reimagine security engineering leadership by guiding strategic initiatives across cloud and infrastructure security, enhancing detection engineering, and fostering collaboration to protect a multi-clo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity by leading strategic resilience initiatives. Drive risk management, incident response, and security architecture while collaborating with senior...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$126K - $168K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing product strategy for B2B learning solutions, driving innovation and market impact while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality produ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving customer success and business outcomes. You'll manage key relationships, facilitate strategic discussions, and ensure customer satisfaction while guiding them t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $215K *

Shape the future of value-based payments by leading product strategy, overseeing team development, and driving market innovations within a collaborative, cross-functional environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $260K *

Elevate the buying experience by leading product strategy, enhancing catalog quality, and optimizing marketplace economics. Drive measurable outcomes through collaboration with operations and engineer...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success through expert guidance in Privilege Access Management. Leverage your technical skills to support enterprise clients, ensuring seamless deplo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining data management by spearheading product innovation. Your insights will guide the development of user-centric software solutions, shaping the platform that empowers busine...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $179K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic Scheduling Analyst team, enhancing workflow efficiency, and driving strategic improvements across departments. Collaborate with internal and external partners...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of operations to enhance performance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Lead support teams, manage incidents, and ensure compliance with standards while driving account...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Unlock strategic benefits solutions by designing impactful health and welfare programs across the Americas, driving cost efficiency and associate experience, while influencing key stakeholders and uti...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's pioneering maritime awareness solutions by leading commercial sales in diverse sectors. Own the end-to-end sales pipeline, identify target verticals, and shape strategies to drive s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $261K *

Lead a dynamic sales team driving strategic growth in health care markets. Utilize your deep experience in sales and leadership to coach and mentor Account Executives on complex sales cycles, position...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$270K - $365K *

Lead a dynamic engineering organization to transform offensive capabilities into proactive defense. Shape strategy, scale teams, and deliver innovative solutions across multiple pillars, ensuring robu...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic HR initiatives by partnering with Finance and Legal teams to enhance talent management, organizational design, and employee engagement, driving impactful people strategies that alig...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a technical team to enhance collaboration tools in a dynamic, cloud-based environment. Engage with federal clients, drive Agile practices, and ensure toolset efficiency...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion a culture of safety and compliance by leading EHS initiatives across operations, ensuring regulatory adherence, and driving continuous improvement to protect team members and enhance organiza...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading sales strategies in the renewable energy sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to engage clients, driving sales growth and building impactful relationships while...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.