Moonvalley is building the next generation creative studio, powered by the most capable video and image foundational models in the world. We are creating the platforms where the first generative Super Bowl ads and Oscar winning movies will be created.
We’re the most pedigreed team in generative AI, with top former Deepmind video researchers leading a research team as deep as any in the industry, product leaders who have built some of the best software products in the world, and an in-house Oscar-nominated movie studio. We’ve also raised $75m from world class investors including General Catalyst, Bessemer, Khosla Ventures & YCombinator.
We’re looking for a Sr People Ops Mgr based in London, United Kingdom, who will play a crucial role in shaping and executing our global HR strategy. You will oversee a broad range of HR functions, including employee relations, talent management, payroll, and compliance across multiple regions. This hands-on role requires a strategic mindset coupled with operational expertise to drive HR excellence in a high-growth environment.
What you’ll do (responsibilities)
Global HR Management: Oversee and manage HR operations across the UK, Canada, and the USA, including payroll, benefits, immigration, and compliance. Ensure alignment with local regulations and best practices.
Employee Relations: Act as a trusted partner to managers and employees, handling day-to-day inquiries and sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.
HR Administration: Manage HR administration tasks including compensation, benefits, legal issues, HRIS (Rippling) management, employee surveys, career pathing, and policy updates.
Talent Management: Support employee onboarding, organize training and development initiatives, and assist with performance management and talent reviews.
Culture and Engagement: Drive a culture of continuous feedback and employee engagement. Conduct 90-day reviews, exit interviews, and work with managers to enhance job satisfaction and retention.
Recruitment and Employer Branding: Assist with talent acquisition and recruitment processes. Help build a strong employer brand and employee value proposition.
Event Coordination: Help plan and coordinate employee events and team bonding activities, ensuring regular engagement and team-building opportunities.
What we’re looking for (qualifications)
The ideal candidate for this role should possess:
Minimum of 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in a senior HR role in the UK. You have demonstrated experience managing HR functions in a global team.
Experience understanding and managing Canada and USA teams / employment practices and laws is necessary.
Strong understanding of HR functions including talent management, employee relations, employment law, benefits administration, and performance management in a global context.
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organization.
Proven leadership capabilities with a proactive, energetic, and entrepreneurial approach. Ability to operate independently and collaborate across diverse teams.
Confident decision-maker with excellent problem-solving skills and sound judgment. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
Quick to learn new systems, processes, and procedures. Positive attitude and inquisitive nature, thriving in a dynamic and evolving environment.
What we offer (compensation & benefits)
Competitive salary and equity
Health coverage
Unlimited paid vacation
Fully-distributed culture that’s async first
Hardware setup
In our team, we approach our work with the dedication similar to Olympic athletes. Anticipate occasional late nights and weekends dedicated to our mission. We understand this level of commitment may not suit everyone, and we openly communicate this expectation.
If you're motivated by deeply technical problems, a seemingly never-ending uphill battle and the opportunity to build (and own) a generational technology company, we can give you what you're looking for.
All roles at Moonvalley are either fully remote by default or hybrid positions if specified. We meet a few times every year, usually in London, UK or North America (LA, Toronto) as a company.
If you're excited about the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technology and help shape the future of media and entertainment, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance organizational work
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