People Operations Manager

About the role

As People Operations Manager, you'll work directly with the founders and our Talent & People Manager to scale our team from ~30 to 100+ people over the next two years. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role at the intersection of compliance, process design, and employee experience.

What you'll do

• End-to-end management of employment contracts, work permits, and visa processes in Germany and internationally, including EOR arrangements
• Run and oversee monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance across entities
• Manage our existing benefits stack and proactively identify, propose, and implement new offerings as we scale
• Plan and coordinate team events and off-sites, both locally and abroad
• Act as the point of contact for our coworking space and handle day-to-day operational needs
• Design, document, and improve people processes as we grow, with a strong eye on German labor law and cross-border compliance topics

What you'll need

• 2-4 years in People Ops, HR, or a closely related role, ideally in a fast-growing startup
• Solid understanding of German employment law; experience with international hiring or EORs is a plus
• Structured, hands-on, and comfortable operating with limited oversight
• Fluent in English; German is a strong plus

What they offer

• Competitive salary and stock options
• Flat hierarchy, open 360° feedback, and flexible working hours
• Diverse team of 10+ nationalities working on cutting-edge projects with real-world impact