Senior Manager, People Operations

About Us:

Fieldguide is establishing a new state of trust for global commerce and capital markets through automating and streamlining the work of assurance and audit practitioners specifically within cybersecurity, privacy, and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance). Put simply, we build software for the people who enable trust between businesses.

We re based in San Francisco, CA, but built as a remote-first company that enables you to do your best work from anywhere. We're backed by top investors including Bessemer Venture Partners, 8VC, Floodgate, Y Combinator, DNX Ventures, Global Founders Capital, Justin Kan, Elad Gil, and more.

We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences. We need people from all backgrounds and walks of life to help build the future of audit and advisory. Fieldguide s team is inclusive, driven, humble and supportive. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking teammates that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting each other's growth.

As an early stage start-up employee, you ll have the opportunity to build out the future of business trust. We make audit practitioners lives easier by eliminating up to 50% of their work and giving them better work-life balance. If you share our values and enthusiasm for building a great culture and product, you will find a home at Fieldguide.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager, People Operations is responsible for implementing, scaling, and improving people strategy programs designed to support business goals while providing oversight for and management of all operational functions for the People function. This critical role will shape the foundation of our People systems, processes, and compliance. This is a leadership role and responsible for influencing and operationalizing the People Operations strategy.

What You'll Do:

People Operations & Compliance

• Oversee People systems, metrics, benefits administration, compliance, immigration and onboarding.

• Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable federal and state employment regulations and best practices.

• Use data and metrics to drive decision-making and continuous process improvement.

• Design and implement scalable people operations programs to support organizational growth and evolving business needs.

• Support global expansion.

Organizational Effectiveness & HR Analytics

• Build and maintain People Operations dashboards to assess performance with metrics to improve organizational effectiveness and drive long-term initiatives.

• Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to develop and streamline processes, leveraging AI and technology to improve efficiency and reduce administrative burdens.

• Drive policy and process adoption through change management initiatives across the organization related to people operations.

• Provide guidance and change management support as it relates to system optimization and process efficiencies.

Who You Are:

Required Qualifications

• 8 years of progressive people operations experience, with a proven track record of scaling HR functions, and 2 years experience managing high-performing HR operations teams.

• Advanced proficiency with HRIS systems, HR technology platforms.

• Experience in data analysis and reporting.

• Strong knowledge of HR compliance and employment laws.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strategic mindset with a demonstrated ability to execute in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Bonus Points:

• Experience in start-up environments.

• Experience working with Rippling and Ashby.

• Ability to leverage AI and technology to streamline HR processes and improve efficiency.

More about Fieldguide:

Fieldguide is a values-based company. Our values are:

• Fearless - Inspire & break down seemingly impossible walls.

• Fast - Launch fast with excellence, iterate to perfection.

• Lovable - Deliver happiness & 11 star experiences.

• Owners - Execute & run the business with ownership.

• Win-win - Create mutual value & earn trust for life.

• Inclusive - Scale the best ideas with inclusive teams.

Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation packages with meaningful ownership

• Unlimited PTO

• 401k

• Wellness benefits, including a bundle of free therapy sessions

• Technology & Work from Home reimbursement

• Flexible work schedules

Compensation Range: $140K - $176K