Senior Manager, People Operations

At Vanta, our mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it. As the Sr. Manager, People Operations, you will be a builder and an operator: someone who can assess a team that's early in its development, establish a clear strategy and operating model, and deliver a seamless employee experience across our global entities. You'll own the true operational core of the employee experience: employee lifecycle administration, global compliance, immigration, and mobility. In this role, you’ll partner closely with the leaders of Benefits and Systems, People Business Partners, and cross-functional leaders to manage the operational backbone of our people infrastructure. You'll report to the Head of People Operations & Strategy and serve as a key voice on how we run and scale our global people operations. Our People team ensures that every Vantan has an exceptional experience from day one through their entire journey with us. What you’ll do as a Senior Manager, People Operations at Vanta: Lead and scale the People Ops function, managing a team responsible for end-to-end employee lifecycle administration including onboarding, offboarding, data integrity, immigration, and global mobility across our entities (US, Canada, Ireland, England, Australia, and Israel) Assess the current state of People Ops processes, establish a clear operating model and strategy, and build the structure and processes needed to support Vanta's continued growth Own the day-to-day operational excellence of core People Ops processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a high-quality employee experience in every region Partner closely with the People Business Partner team to translate strategic People priorities into operational reality, turning their “what” into the “how” through scalable processes, clean data, and seamless execution Partner with Payroll, Benefits, and Legal to ensure compliance with employment laws, payroll administration, and regulatory requirements across all countries where Vanta operates Manage global employee data integrity, audit processes, and reporting workflows to maintain accurate and compliant HRIS records Establish and maintain operational excellence through documentation, knowledge management, and strong cross-functional partnerships Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on people operations matters, providing data-driven insights and recommendations on global workforce trends and compliance risks Build and develop a high-performing team of People Ops professionals, creating clarity, accountability, and a culture of service and continuous improvement Oversee immigration and global mobility programs, partnering with external vendors and internal stakeholders to support employee relocations and visa processes How to be successful in this role: 8+ years of progressive People Operations or HR experience, with at least 3 years in a people management role Demonstrated expertise leading core People Ops functions at a high-growth technology company, with deep experience managing back-end administration and compliance across multiple countries A builder's mindset: you're energized by ambiguity, comfortable operating without a fully-formed playbook, and skilled at creating structure without overcomplicating things Strong knowledge of employment laws, payroll compliance, and HR regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions Proven track record of managing HRIS platforms and maintaining data integrity (experience with HiBob / Workday) Experience with ticketing and case management systems (Jira Service Management or similar platforms) to manage People Ops requests, automate processes, and track resolution Exceptional operational execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term planning with day-to-day operational excellence Data-driven approach to problem-solving, with proficiency in analyzing HR metrics and translating insights into action Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills; you build trust across all levels, bring a clear perspective to the table, and can influence your peers and leaders alike Bias for action and a solutions-oriented continuous improvement mindset, comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change in a fast-paced environment while building for simplicity and operational efficiency Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. Open to using AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work - demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact. What you can expect a