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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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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$159K - $230K *

Drive cross-organizational programs that integrate AI workflows with hardware development. Lead complex projects from inception to deployment, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and enhancing ope...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $280K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing a global social marketing strategy that drives measurable impact across diverse audiences, leveraging deep expertise and innovative approaches to elevate brand...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate by modernizing People systems through AI-driven automation and integration. Own core platforms like Workday HCM and ServiceNow HRSD, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while leadi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to modernize People systems by owning core platforms, leveraging AI, and driving automation. You'll enhance operational excellence and lead a high-performing team to transform HR techn...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Empower employee success by managing the full lifecycle of People Operations, including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance workplace culture and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic HR partner, driving people strategies that enhance organizational performance, employee engagement, and business growth while leading HR initiatives across various f...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $236K *

Innovate IT's strategic planning and financial governance to enhance operations. Lead a growing team to implement prioritization frameworks, drive value assessments, and establish robust planning proc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to lead human resources initiatives, enhancing employee engagement and workplace culture while overseeing recruitment, training, and compliance at our expanding Tampa properties...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $270K *

Elevate your career by leading global executive recruiting efforts, shaping talent strategies, and building high-performing teams. Drive impactful searches and foster relationships with senior leaders...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic newsroom as a Senior HR Business Partner, providing strategic HR guidance and operational support. Collaborate with leadership to enhance talent management and drive effective workforce...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$111K - $207K *

Empower growth by shaping executive talent strategies that drive success. Partner with senior leaders to enhance recruitment processes, develop talent pipelines, and advise on market trends, while ens...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Innovate people operations across a global team, enhancing HR practices, employee engagement, and performance management while ensuring compliance and positive employee experience across 12 countries...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $245K *

Lead impactful HR initiatives, overseeing recruitment, benefits, and compliance in a dynamic healthcare environment. Foster employee relations, ensuring alignment with operational goals while managing...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the Human Resources Department by directing recruiting, training, and compliance efforts to ensure quality personnel and operational excellence through adherence to regulatory standards and effec...

4 weeks ago

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

$142K - $210K *

Shape the future of our workforce by leading the People function at a new facility. Collaborate with leadership on workforce planning and employee relations while establishing effective HR processes t...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Serve as a strategic HR partner, guiding leaders and employees through employee relations, performance management, and compliance across multiple departments in a dynamic, remote environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $177K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic Talent Acquisition team. Drive strategic recruitment initiatives, enhance workforce diversity, and collaborate with senior leadership to align hiring strateg...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $271K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable HR processes that enhance employee experience. Own the global operating model, ensuring seamless integration of AI capabilities while driving continuous improveme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead with purpose to enhance operational excellence in healthcare. Drive initiatives that improve efficiency, strengthen financial performance, and advance population health while fostering collaborat...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Drive operational excellence by leading teams, enhancing healthcare delivery, and leveraging data to improve performance. Collaborate with clinical leaders to innovate and strengthen population health...

4 days ago

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

$126K - $154K *

Drive the HR function across multiple business units, managing policy, recruiting, and employee relations. Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives and lead HR due diligence for acquisitions...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Drive the transformation of HR operations by leading UKG Pro implementation, optimizing processes, and enhancing analytics capabilities across a multi-state environment, ensuring seamless employee lif...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $154K *

Manage the HR function across multiple business units, driving strategy, compliance, and employee engagement. Partner with leadership on workforce planning and M&A integration, ensuring effective HR o...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by managing a pioneering intermodal transit service. Collaborate with diverse teams, develop metrics, and enhance customer satisfaction in a dynamic, fast-paced environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Manage a dynamic project management team, ensuring strategic delivery of high-impact programs while fostering team growth and adherence to PMO standards. Drive successful project outcomes through effe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.