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Gator Bio · 2 days ago

Sr. Manager of People Operations

Palo Alto, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $150K/yr

8+ years exp

Gator Bio is a fast-growing life science tools company headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, creating innovative technologies for biopharma and life science research. The Sr. Manager of People Operations leads the HR team and is responsible for developing and implementing people strategies to achieve the company’s long-term success.

BiotechnologyHealth DiagnosticsMedical

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the leadership team to execute the company’s goals and strategies related to staffing, recruiting, retention, performance management, compensation and rewards, staff relations, and people development

Oversee the administration of human resources programs including, but not limited to, headcount, compensation, benefits, leave of absence, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, productivity recognition and morale, occupational health and safety, and training and development

Build, challenge, and motivate the Gator Bio team. Develop a comprehensive rewards and recognition system

Develop and lead initiatives driven by HR analytics to improve employee performance, satisfaction, and retention

Provide human resources support and consultation across the business on the most complex issues, supporting staff, managers, and executives in decision making to scale the company effectively and efficiently

Monitor and ensure the company's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommend the best practices; reviewing and modifying policies and practices to maintain compliance

Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; and apply this knowledge and communicate changes to the leadership team

Communicate with employees about compensation, benefits, and other facets of their employment whenever necessary

Facilitate performance reviews, professional development, training, and certification for staff. Identifies top and poor performers to reward or correct

Manage pre-tax benefits, ancillary benefits, and COBRA administration, etc

Manage international personnel matters and programs in EMEA and Asia

Perform exit interviews to analyze the company’s status

Create and own the strategy, analysis, processes, and implementation to ensure that the company offers an exceptional employee experience

Mentor and lead the People Operations team to complete POPs programs, projects, and initiatives. Own all People Operations Manager related activities

Communicate and coordinate with global teams

Work in office

Occasional travel may be required

Any additional duties as needed

Qualification

HR managementPeople OperationsEmployment law knowledgePHR/SHRM certificationBiotechnology experienceLattice proficiencyBambooHR proficiencyLever proficiencyAnalytical skillsCommunicationLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsTime managementProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsNegotiating skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

8+ years' experience in HR management position in an organization with 50+ employees in the USA

High motivated to grow and contribute

Prior experience in managing European and Asian POPs required

Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations

Ability to work regular hours in office

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite / Office 365

Excellent communication, leadership, and planning skills; interpersonal and negotiating skills, organizational skills; time management skills; strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles