Head of People Operations - Global HR Leadership

About the Role

We are seeking a Head of People Operations to lead our global HR initiatives in a fully remote capacity. As the Head of People Operations, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the HR landscape of our fast-growing nonprofit organization. This position is ideal for a strategic HR leader with a passion for building high-performing teams and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.

What You'll Do

• Oversee global HR operations across the U.S., Mexico, and Colombia, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and payroll regulations.
• Design and manage onboarding and offboarding processes, proactively identifying and mitigating compliance risks.
• Lead payroll strategy and execution, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for all employees.
• Conduct global compensation benchmarking and market analysis to ensure competitive pay practices.
• Establish and maintain the HRIS as the single source of truth for employee data, ensuring accurate tracking of roles and compensation.
• Build scalable HR processes to support performance management, recruiting, and workforce planning.
• Lead and develop the HR operations team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Support the development of a more efficient internal recruiting engine to facilitate high-volume hiring during growth periods.

Requirements

• 7-15 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong focus on global HR operations.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish; proficiency in Portuguese is a plus.
• Experience supporting organizations with approximately 100+ employees.
• Strong understanding of global labor law differences and compliance risks.
• Demonstrated experience in onboarding, offboarding, and managing workforce changes.
• Comfortable making decisions with professionalism and empathy.
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics.

Nice to Have

• Background in consulting, professional services, or tech staffing environments.
• International HR experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with performance management systems and processes.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $120,000 - $150,000 annually.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture focused on equity and transparency.