HR People Ops France

As a People Operations Manager on the People team, you will build, scale, and maintain the operational foundation that supports our team in France. This role exists to ensure our daily HR processes run seamlessly, keeping the company fully compliant while delivering a reliable, clear, and high-quality experience for every employee. You will act as the primary point of contact for employee lifecycle milestones, everyday operations, and external vendor relations. Your impact will be felt directly through the precision of our monthly payroll, the clarity of our internal policies, and the efficiency of our onboarding systems. This position requires a balanced blend of hands-on administrative execution and process engineering. You will own the full operational landscape—from local labor contracts and complex immigration cases to scaling our HRIS software—while constantly identifying opportunities to automate workflows and reduce friction.

Responsibilities

Process payroll end-to-end for France-based employees; Own the onboarding journey, managing labor contracts, amendments, certificates, and system updates; Navigate immigration and mobility requests, directly managing work permits, visa renewals, and National Security Number applications; Resolve daily employee inquiries regarding benefits administration, enrollment changes, and company policies; Maintain compliance infrastructure, regularly updating employee handbooks and monitoring shifts in French employment law; Lead HR software initiatives and vendor management projects to evaluate, implement, and refine HRIS and payroll tools; Streamline operational workflows by documenting, automating, and auditing existing procedures

Requirements

5 to 10 years of progressive HR experience; Deep operational knowledge of French labor laws, local employment regulations, national payroll structures, and tax compliance; Proven experience managing the entire employee lifecycle from onboarding through retention strategies to formal offboarding; Technical proficiency with modern HR technology solutions, including HRIS platforms and automated payroll tools; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret regulatory updates into practical internal policies; A practical, hands-on execution style combined with a builder mindset; Clear, direct communication and interpersonal skills to manage sensitive employee topics and coordinate effectively with external vendors

Nice to have

Startup or high-growth environment experience; Degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package; Healthcare coverage; Parental leave; Retirement plans; Relocation support; Wellness programs; Meal and transportation allowances; Other location-specific perks