Head of People Operations
$188510/y-$225000/y
Gustoa day ago
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HybridFull-timeExecutive
Summary
Gusto is seeking a Head of People Operations to lead their People function, overseeing five teams and ensuring operational efficiency for over 3,000 employees. This role is crucial as Gusto scales and undergoes an AI-native transformation.
About the Role
As the Head of People Operations, you will own the strategic direction of People Central, build a best-in-class Employee Relations function, drive compliance across the employee lifecycle, manage the People Tech roadmap, transform Shared Services, empower Invite Operations, influence company-wide People policy, and ensure effective financial management of the department. You will lead through managers, develop leadership capabilities, and create a culture of accountability.
About You
Required:
- 12+ years of progressive HR experience with 5+ years leading HR Operations at scale (1,000+ employees) in high-growth tech.
- Strong foundation in employment law, HR compliance, and risk management.
Preferred:
- Experience in M&A integration and immigration tooling ownership.
- Hands-on experience with AI/automation implementation.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with cash compensation ranging from $188k to $265k depending on location.
- Flexible work arrangements with hybrid options available.
Gusto
Launched in 2011 as ZenPayroll, Gusto serves more than 400,000 businesses nationwide. Each year, we process tens of billions of dollars of payroll and provide employee benefits—like health insurance and 401(k) accounts—while helping companies create incredible workplaces. Through one refreshingly easy, integrated platform, we automate and simplify your payroll, benefits, and HR, all while providing expert support. You and your employees will get the peace of mind you need to do your best work. Licensing details: https://gusto.com/about/licenses
San Francisco Bay Area