Senior Manager, People Operations

This is a Fully Remote Job
About Our Client:
That's No Moon is an independent studio specializing in narrative-driven game experiences. It addresses the challenge of creating AAA-level games through a collaborative, creative culture and responsible production practices, supported by a diverse team of developers.
About the Opportunity:
The SENIOR MANAGER, PEOPLE OPERATIONS plays a key strategic role, aligning people strategy with business goals as the studio evolves. This position leads the full People function, including compensation, employee relations, compliance, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and organizational design, while managing the team handling HR, recruiting, and workplace operations. The role serves as a trusted advisor to leadership, enhancing management capabilities and proactively addressing workforce needs.
Responsibilities:
Advise and coach senior leadership on interpersonal dynamics, organizational design, workforce planning, and performance management
Participate in leadership and production planning to anticipate talent and organizational needs
Manage the People Team across HR, talent acquisition, compensation, employee relations, DEI, and workplace operations globally
Facilitate organizational change management regarding reporting lines, ownership, and initiatives
Oversee compensation strategy to ensure fairness and consistency
Lead employee relations efforts focusing on trust, well-being, and alignment with values
Ensure compliance with labor laws through policy design, implementation, and audits
Drive initiatives based on engagement surveys, DEI, and organizational health
Track and report workforce analytics to enable early intervention
Requirements:
Minimum 8 years in HR generalist or HR Business Partner roles with ownership of employee relations, compensation, and compliance
Experience in shipping at least one video game (console and PC preferred)
Experience as a strategic advisor in leadership or executive meetings
Proven leadership of small cross-functional teams spanning recruiting, HR operations, and workplace
Strong coaching and consulting skills to develop leaders' judgment
Ability to balance strategic advisory responsibilities with hands-on execution
Experience working in remote environments
Bachelor's degree in HR, business, psychology, or related field, or equivalent experience
Preferred:
Experience guiding HR operations through organizational growth and maturity
Pay Range and Compensation Package:
Estimated base pay range for this role (U.S. only) is $181,000 to $216,000
Eligible for additional incentive compensation including equity and profit share
Benefits & Perks:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) match
Flexible paid time off
Supplemental life and disability insurance
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Note:
TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.

Skills
Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Employee Relations

Experience
5+ yrs

Work arrangement
Yes