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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$162K - $195K *

Lead transformative HR projects by managing governance, reporting, and strategy. Collaborate with HR leaders and oversee a team to ensure successful delivery of initiatives that enhance organizational...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Manage key HR processes and projects, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans while coordinating stakeholders and ensuring timely execution in a fast-paced environment. Bring structure...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead Revenue Operations, driving strategy and execution for sales and renewals. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, optimize technology, and ensure accurate...

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3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading communication strategies and process improvements. Collaborate with leadership and teams to ensure effective information flow and accountability, driving ini...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative social media strategies for tech and healthcare clients. Collaborate with teams to craft impactful campaigns, mentor junior members, and drive measurable resu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion HR operational excellence by managing the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and providing expert advisory support across DACH entities. Drive process improvements and collaborate with...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Drive impactful social media strategies for tech and healthcare clients. Collaborate with teams to create engaging content, build client relationships, and analyze campaign performance. Lead initiativ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming People Operations by optimizing systems and workflows. Own the full employee lifecycle and ensure seamless integration of processes to support a dynamic, fast-growing w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR partner, driving employee engagement, talent development, and organizational effectiveness in a vibrant senior living community...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $195K *

Drive strategic HR initiatives as a key partner in building high-performing teams, enhancing organizational effectiveness, and leveraging data and technology to improve employee experience in a dynami...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead and execute strategic initiatives for business operations, financial management, and human resources within a complex library environment, ensuring optimal support for archives and special collec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping a cohesive talent management strategy that integrates performance, development, and mobility across the organization, driving leadership capability and supporting growth thr...

4 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cross-functional initiatives that drive growth and efficiency across the organization. Own strategic projects from concept to execution while enhancing operational proces...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development and execution of people operations, enhancing employee experience from onboarding to offboarding, while designing scalable systems in a fast-paced, globally distributed resear...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead HR operations, optimize Workday systems, and enhance employee experiences. Drive process improvements, manage a dedicated team, and ensure efficient service delivery ac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career toward impactful leadership within People Operations, optimizing and evolving systems for performance management, compensation, and employee experience while ensuring compliance and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive cross-functional project execution for AI infrastructure deployment, coordinating resources and managing schedules to ensure timely delivery across multiple workstreams while aligning business o...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee experiences through strategic HR partnership. You'll support leaders and employees across the Americas, ensuring smooth operations and effective peop...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $250K *

Inspire a transformative culture of excellence by aligning talent strategy with organizational design, driving change, and advising C-Suite leaders. Elevate HR delivery standards while nurturing high...

4 weeks ago

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

$250K - $290K *

Champion the full employee experience by leading talent acquisition, development, and HR operations. Collaborate with executive leaders to embed values in every hire and performance review, ensuring a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$250K - $290K *

Lead the charge in shaping a transformative employee experience across multiple regions. Drive talent acquisition, development, and performance management while embedding core values into every aspect...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$250K - $290K *

Elevate the employee experience by leading a unified People team, shaping talent strategies, and embedding values into every aspect of HR. Drive organizational growth and retention while ensuring a su...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive a global total rewards strategy that enhances employee experience and supports business growth. Lead compensation, benefits, and HR systems initiatives while ensuring comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$102K - $144K *

Empower organizational success by aligning HR strategies with Sales and Marketing goals. Drive initiatives to enhance talent acquisition, employee engagement, and workforce productivity while collabor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $307K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering operations by driving performance, accountability, and strategic alignment across engineering, finance, and product. Leverage insights to enhance organization...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.