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OWKIN · 4 hours ago

People Ops & Workplace Experience

Boston, NY

Contract

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Owkin is an AI company focused on solving the complexities of biology through advanced technology. The People Ops Manager will support the HR functions, manage employee lifecycle processes, and enhance workplace culture in a fast-paced environment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyClinical TrialsMachine LearningPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine

Responsibilities

Act as direct HR point of contact for employees in the USA and UK, taking ownership of queries and/or issues raised and seeing them through to resolution

Drive the processing and management of payroll for the UK (Payfit) and support the USA

Maintain accurate online records of employee’s information in our HRIS (HiBoB)

Support the employee life cycle including leading the on/off boarding and leave management

Assist with the recruitment process by issuing employment contracts

Process and issue various employment documentation, including benefits details

Documenting workflow and procedures, updating existing processes and proactively finding opportunities for process improvement

Be the go-to person for daily office management in the US/UK

Keep the private office organized, welcoming, and well-stocked with supplies

Conduct office benchmarking and provide recommendations for future office arrangements, including potential moves, lease renegotiation, renewal or exit

Manage relationships with office suppliers and conduct periodic benchmarking (e.g., F&B provider, maintenance, coworking)

Support smooth onboarding and offboarding experiences, ensuring employees have everything they need from day one

Lead monthly calls with US and UK teams, implementing agreed actions and nurturing strong relationships

Maintain up-to-date office documentation (Drive/Notion) and manage invoice processing via Navan

Organize team lunches, after-work events, workshops

Coordinate meeting room bookings for teams

Qualification

USUK HR administrationEmployment law knowledgePayroll managementOrganizational developmentEmployee relationsTrainingDevelopmentStartup experienceFluent in EnglishFrench languageCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skills