People Operations Manager, Regard

• 5+ years of experience in People Operations or HR within a high-growth company (100–300+ employees)
• Proven success building or optimizing People systems, policies, and processes that scale
• Strong understanding of employment law, compliance, and benefits administration
• Proficiency with HR platforms (e.g., Gusto, Lever, Lattice, and Google Workspace)
• Excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Enjoys being in the office and fostering community through people-centric experiences

Desirable

• We’re seeking a People Operations Manager who loves creating both scalable systems and great employee experiences to join our People team in NYC
• As a People Ops Manager, you’ll manage the operational backbone of our People function, including HR processes, systems, compliance, and employee engagement, while also helping make our NYC office an energizing, connected space
• You’ll report directly to our Director of People Ops and partner closely with our LA-based People team, the VP of Finance, and cross-functional leaders to ensure that Regard’s culture and operations scale seamlessly as we continue to grow
• Build, refine, and manage scalable People processes across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, offboarding, compliance, HR data, and documentation)
• Maintain and optimize our HR systems (Gusto, Lever, Lattice, Carta) while ensuring data integrity across all platforms
• Proactively identify process gaps before they become pain points, designing efficient, employee-friendly solutions that enable scale
• Partner with Finance and Payroll on audits, benefits administration, headcount reporting, and compensation cycles
• Lead the NYC office experience: manage day-to-day operations, plan team events, and cultivate a welcoming, connected, and productive environment
• Support performance review cycles, engagement surveys, and People programs that strengthen culture, accountability, and growth
• Act as a trusted partner and resource for employees and managers, balancing empathy with operational excellence
• Manage our Workplace Experience & Events Coordinator and bring culture to life through meaningful in-person and virtual moments