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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$175K - $225K *

Shape the future of agency partnerships by building and leading the implementation engine for technology adoption. Drive process improvements, training, and technical support for successful implementa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $215K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence and strategic growth in a dynamic environment. Lead cross-functional initiatives, optimize processes, and support executive decision-making to enhance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $236K *

Lead the charge in optimizing business operations across the Americas, ensuring strategic alignment and effective execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance, enhance proce...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $204K *

Drive strategic business operations across the Americas, ensuring effective execution of initiatives and alignment among teams. Collaborate with leadership to optimize performance, enhance processes...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Advance your leadership in human resources by driving culture, wellbeing, and compliance strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance HR capabilities, support team members, and achieve organization...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$82K - $138K *

Transform executive support by managing complex schedules, communications, and logistics for senior leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance organizational effectiveness and driv...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic compensation and benefits initiatives, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee satisfaction. Collaborate with finance and external partners to craft competitiv...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining the hiring experience by blending recruiting coordination with People Operations. You'll enhance candidate journeys and streamline onboarding processes, making a signific...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing internal HR strategies while providing guidance and support to leaders and employees across various business functions, driving effective organization design and fosterin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $184K *

Drive the creation and implementation of a global employee relations function, navigating complex cases and ensuring compliance across multiple regions while coaching leaders and developing policies t...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Champion organizational growth by partnering with leaders to align talent strategies with business goals, driving performance and agility in a dynamic environment. Foster a high-performance culture th...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $184K *

Transform employee relations globally by managing complex investigations, advising leaders, and ensuring compliance with regional practices. Collaborate to build scalable frameworks while navigating d...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$122K - $184K *

Help us build a global employee relations function that ensures compliance, consistency, and fairness across all regions, while navigating complex investigations and coaching leaders through critical...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Benefits Operations by driving strategy, improving client experiences, and ensuring team performance. Collaborate across functions to implement scalable solutions and achi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enhancing benefits operations by driving strategy, improving client experiences, and ensuring team performance. Collaborate across functions to implement scalable solutions and fost...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $250K *

Champion operational excellence by leading Benefits Ops, driving strategy, and enhancing client satisfaction. Oversee team performance, implement process improvements, and foster growth in a dynamic e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$205K - $278K *

Lead the charge in optimizing digital HR platforms, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and governance. Drive data integrity, integrations, and AI-driven insights while fostering collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $241K *

Advance HR operations by leading compliance and process improvements, ensuring efficiency and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance administrative support and drive organizat...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $195K *

Transform the employee experience by driving performance management, leadership development, and training initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to ensure effective systems are in place for growth a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Join us to lead global People Operations, shaping strategy and consolidating functions across regions. Drive performance management, employee engagement, and compliance while building a high-performan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to shaping a dynamic workplace culture while leading HR and payroll functions. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance employee engagement, and ensure compliance, all while s...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you partner with leaders to shape workforce strategies, enhance employee engagement, and drive HR initiatives that align with business goals, ensuring a compliant and effective...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Transform product operations by leading strategy and execution, ensuring cross-functional alignment, optimizing tools, and driving AI enablement. Oversee a team of product delivery managers to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage in strategic HR leadership across the Americas, driving people initiatives, compliance, and employee experience while collaborating with global teams to support organizational growth and local...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $311K *

Pioneer operational excellence by leading diverse teams in production, service, and engineering. Drive impactful results while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate across functions to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.