People Operations Manager a.i. at storiogroup

Make Your Mark as a People Operations Manager at Storio group   About the role As our People Operations Manager (interim), you will lead the engine room of our People team. You will shape our operational strategy and guide a talented team of People Officers across Europe. This role is a perfect blend of high-level strategic design and hands-on execution. You will ensure our people processes are seamless, our data is spotless, and our employees feel supported at every stage of their journey with us. How you embrace curiosity daily • Lead and coach a team of People Operations professionals across four countries to deliver a shared service mindset. • Drive the growth of our HRIS platform, Workday, to make it the ultimate source of truth for our global data. • Manage the end-to-end administration of compensation, including pay reviews, bonuses, and living wage increases. • Oversee benefits and leave of absence programs by working closely with various international vendors. • Design and improve self-service tools for employees to handle Tier 0 and Tier 1 relationship topics. • Collaborate with teams like Finance, IT, and Talent Acquisition to align our operational roadmaps. • Maintain clear service level agreements to ensure every HR process is efficient and reliable. How you make your mark • Build a culture of data excellence where our HR systems provide accurate insights for global decision-making. • Standardize and harmonize our People policies across different regions to create a unified employee experience. • Ensure we stay compliant with local employment laws through regular audits and process improvements. • Lead transformative HR projects that streamline how we work and interact with our tools. • Partner with Finance to gain full visibility into payroll processes and people costs. • Manage HR supplier relationships and budgets to ensure we get the best value for our people. What you bring to the team • Proven experience leading People Operations teams within an international, matrixed organization. • Hands-on experience working across European countries with an understanding of various labor laws. • Strong managerial skills and an engaging leadership style that balances strategy with daily execution. • High proficiency with HRIS systems, ideally with Workday or similar large-scale platforms. • Experience managing a shared services model using tools like JIRA and tiered support structures. • Analytical thinking skills that help you solve complex problems and make confident decisions. • Clear communication skills that allow you to partner effectively with senior management. What sets you apart • Experience in a consulting role focused on developing HR shared services for mid-sized companies. • Familiarity with managing payroll or collective labor agreements in the Netherlands, Spain, or France. • A background working with a mix of both office-based and operational or frontline employees. About us At Storio Group, we help people hold onto life's moments. We make personalised photo products that turn fleeting memories into things you can keep, share, and re-live. Every person at Storio Group helps create our products and shape our company. You will see the impact of your work daily. We invite you to make your mark on our business, products, and customers' lives. We act with heart by putting people first and valuing diverse perspectives. We give our best and aim for high standards in all we do. We own our work, taking initiative to find solutions. We embrace curiosity, always learning and trying new things. We find the joy in our work and create a positive environment. Equal Opportunities & Right to Work Storio Group is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment. If you require reasonable adjustments during interviews please contact our HR team. Applicants must also have the legal right to work in the position's country without requiring sponsorship.