People Operations Manager

📋 Description

• • As Fundamental's inaugural People Operations Manager, you will be instrumental in laying the groundwork for our ambitious growth trajectory. This is a unique opportunity to shape the people infrastructure of a category-defining AI company from its nascent stages, working directly with visionary founders who are alumni of DeepMind.
• • You will be entrusted with the end-to-end ownership of People Operations, a critical function that underpins our ability to attract, retain, and empower top talent. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight and hands-on execution, perfect for an individual who thrives in building and optimizing processes within a dynamic, technically sophisticated environment.
• • Your responsibilities will span the entire employee lifecycle. This includes designing and implementing a seamless and welcoming onboarding experience that sets new hires up for success, fostering a culture of continuous engagement and development, and managing a thoughtful offboarding process.
• • A significant aspect of your role will involve meticulously managing employee-related administrative operations. This encompasses the complexities of visa sponsorship and work permit applications, ensuring the accuracy and security of employment contracts, and maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date employee records.
• • You will also be the central point of contact for all HR operations, including the accurate and timely processing of payroll, the administration and optimization of employee benefits packages, the management and enhancement of our Human Resources Information System (HRIS), and the development and maintenance of essential HR documentation.
• • Ensuring compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations across various jurisdictions will be a core duty. You will navigate the intricacies of international employment, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure Fundamental operates with the highest ethical and legal standards.
• • Beyond administrative tasks, you will serve as a trusted advisor and confidential resource for employees, addressing their people-related inquiries and concerns with empathy, discretion, and efficiency. Your ability to build strong relationships and foster a supportive work environment will be paramount.
• • A key initiative will be the development and embedding of simple, yet effective, performance management and feedback frameworks. You will collaborate with leadership to create systems that encourage continuous improvement, recognize contributions, and support career growth for all team members.
• • As the company scales, you will proactively identify emerging people and culture needs. This involves anticipating challenges, proposing innovative solutions, and championing initiatives that enhance our employee experience and strengthen our organizational culture.
• • You will be a key partner in defining and reinforcing Fundamental's unique culture – one that values intellectual curiosity, a bias for action, and a commitment to diversity of thought. Your efforts will directly contribute to making Fundamental an employer of choice in the competitive AI landscape.
• • This role offers the chance to build something truly impactful from the ground up, influencing the very fabric of the company's human capital strategy. You will have the autonomy to design processes and systems that align with our mission to revolutionize enterprise decision-making with advanced AI.
• • Working closely with our founders, you will gain unparalleled insight into the strategic direction of an AI pioneer, contributing directly to the operational excellence that enables our technological innovation. Your work will be visible and directly impact the success of our groundbreaking NEXUS LTM technology.
• • You will be at the forefront of managing the people side of rapid growth, ensuring that as we expand, our core values and supportive culture remain intact and are amplified. This includes developing scalable HR solutions that can adapt to evolving business needs and a growing global workforce.
• • The ideal candidate will possess a strong operational mindset, a proven ability to execute complex tasks with precision, and a deep understanding of the nuances of HR in a fast-paced, technology-driven startup. Your proactive approach and ownership mentality will be critical in navigating the inherent ambiguities of building a world-class People Operations function.
• • You will be empowered to select and implement HR technologies that streamline operations, enhance employee experience, and provide valuable data insights to leadership, ensuring our people processes are as cutting-edge as our AI technology.
• • This role is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant mark on a company poised for exponential growth, contributing to the foundational elements that will drive our long-term success and market leadership in enterprise AI.