Manager, People Operations

WHO WE ARE Vultr is on a mission to make high-performance cloud infrastructure easy to use, affordable, and locally accessible for enterprises and AI innovators around the world. With 33 global cloud data center locations, Vultr is trusted by hundreds of thousands of active customers across 185 countries for its flexible, scalable, global Cloud Compute, Cloud GPU, Bare Metal, and Cloud Storage solutions. In December 2024 Vultr announced an equity financing at a $3.5 billion valuation. Founded by David Aninowsky and self-funded for over a decade, Vultr has grown to become the world’s largest privately-held cloud infrastructure company. Vultr Cares - 100% company-paid insurance premiums for employee medical, dental and vision plans. - 401(k) plan that matches 100% up to 4%, with immediate vesting - Professional Development Reimbursement of $2,500 each year - 11 Holidays + Paid Time Off Accrual + Rollover Plan - Commitment matters to Vultr! Increased PTO at 3 year and 10 year anniversary + 1 month paid sabbatical every 5 years + Anniversary Bonus each year - $500 stipend for remote office setup in first year + $400 each following year - Internet reimbursement up to $75 per month - Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month - Company paid Wellable subscription Join Vultr Vultr is seeking a Manager, People Operations to play a key role in driving organizational effectiveness, scaling our people programs, and serving as a trusted strategic partner to the business. This is a high-impact role for someone who brings both an enterprise mindset and a genuine passion for supporting people. You’ll partner closely with leaders across the organization to enhance team performance, guide critical employee lifecycle decisions, and build scalable, data-driven processes that support Vultr’s continued growth. The ideal candidate is analytical yet high EQ, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’re a strong communicator who can influence at all levels, translate data into meaningful insights, and design thoughtful, efficient solutions that elevate both the employee experience and business outcomes. Key Responsibilities - Business Partnership & Strategy - Act as a strategic People Operations partner to assigned departments, aligning HR initiatives with business goals - Partner with leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, employee development, and performance management - Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including coaching managers through complex situations and conflict resolution - Analyze People data and trends to provide actionable insights and influence decision-making - People Programs & Culture - Lead and support talent management initiatives, including performance management, employee development, and succession planning - Measure employee engagement and organizational health, and develop targeted action plans to address opportunities - Partner with leadership to strengthen a cohesive and engaging remote culture - Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to support hiring strategies and ensure a strong candidate and onboarding experience - Payroll, Benefits & Leave - Oversee bi-weekly payroll operations and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability - Support and co-manage benefits administration, including open enrollment, vendor coordination, and employee communications - Manage and support leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance with FMLA, ADA, and applicable state and local regulations - Systems & Process Optimization - Design, implement, and continuously improve People Operations processes across the employee lifecycle - Manage and optimize the HR technology stack (HRIS, payroll, benefits systems), recommending enhancements to improve efficiency and data integrity - Partner cross-functionally to streamline workflows and support operational scalability - Compliance & Data Integrity - Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws acr