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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Lead strategic and operational initiatives for a research center, ensuring efficient administration, financial management, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance research productivit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive the evolution of people and culture by partnering with leadership to enhance employee engagement, retention, and development, ensuring alignment with organizational values and operational needs...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $100K *

Manage strategic communications by developing impactful content across multiple channels, serving diverse audiences from donors to the public. Drive editorial leadership, digital engagement, and brand...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Oversee operations across multiple security locations, driving client satisfaction and employee engagement. Lead a team of Account Managers to enhance service quality, operational metrics, and financi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping global people strategies, driving employee relations, and managing organizational change across regions. Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure compliance and enhance wor...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $265K *

Elevate your career by leading a global team of People Partners, driving employee relations, compliance, and organizational effectiveness across regions while advising senior leaders on workforce stra...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $210K *

Empower organizational success by partnering with senior leaders to translate strategy into actionable results. Drive operational excellence across functions, enhance decision-making, and lead transfo...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence by partnering with senior leaders to translate strategy into actionable results across multiple functions, enhancing organizational effectiveness and fostering growth thro...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $220K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives and drive strategic business operations to enhance organizational effectiveness. Collaborate with senior leaders to translate goals into actionable priorities, ensuri...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$170K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence by partnering with senior leaders to translate strategy into actionable results. Oversee cross-functional initiatives, enhance organizational effectiveness, and champion b...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $130K *

Manage senior-level design for capital and I&A projects, executing planning strategies and leading a BIM program. Collaborate with teams to ensure design standards and project delivery align with inst...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing psychiatric services through leadership, clinical care, and collaboration. Drive impactful change while overseeing medical operations and providing expert psy...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $242K *

Transform talent acquisition strategies in a dynamic biotech environment. Lead recruitment initiatives, build talent pipelines, and partner with HR to attract top-tier candidates while enhancing the e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$233K - $274K *

Lead a high-performing Customer Success team, driving customer value, fostering strategic relationships, and achieving operational excellence in a collaborative environment focused on growth and reten...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$179K - $211K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead Customer Success Managers to foster deep client partnerships, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure exceptional outcomes for major accounts while enhancing team perfo...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$197K - $232K *

Join a dynamic team in leading Customer Success for strategic accounts. Drive retention, enhance relationships, and ensure superior customer experiences while fostering team development in a collabora...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of a transformative organization by leading strategic initiatives, expanding programming, and fostering community partnerships to support young adults in need. Drive operational excel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Elevate our talent acquisition by architecting AI-driven recruiting workflows. Lead the design, deployment, and optimization of innovative solutions that enhance hiring efficiency and candidate experi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by owning the hiring lifecycle, partnering with leaders to define roles, and crafting efficient processes that scale. Drive quality and speed in recruitment whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Create and execute a dynamic communications strategy to elevate brand visibility, manage press relations, and craft compelling narratives that resonate across media channels, ensuring alignment with m...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Transform the operations of a vibrant assisted living community by leading a dedicated team, ensuring high occupancy and financial performance while fostering a safe and engaging environment for resid...

2 days ago

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

$160K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence and lead a high-performing team to deliver complex digital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategies, manage resources, and ensure profitable...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform eDiscovery management by driving operational excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and enhancing workflow efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold quality standards and fo...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in municipal operations as the City Manager, overseeing departments, budgets, and community initiatives. Collaborate with elected officials to implement policies and ensure effective s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $178K *

Transform organizational HR processes by providing strategic leadership and guidance, driving change initiatives, and fostering a results-oriented culture, ensuring alignment with business objectives...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.