People Manager - Global HR Operations

Location: Bengaluru | Job Type: Full-time | Experience: 6-8 years

About Ultrahuman:

Ultrahuman is a profitable, fast-scaling health-tech company on track for a ~$500M valuation. We are revolutionizing metabolic health through wearable technology, real-time analytics, and powerful digital platforms.

Our mission is to help people live healthier, longer, and stronger lives. If you're passionate about the intersection of health, technology, and performance, and want to join a purpose-driven, high-impact team - this is your moment.

The Role: What You'll Do:

As People Manager - Global HR Operations, you'll lead the charge in building a seamless, efficient, and compliant HR ecosystem across multiple countries. You'll be the engine behind global HR process optimization, technology adoption, and people-centered operations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and develop HR operations across multiple regions, delivering high-quality, consistent HR services

- Design and improve global HR policies, procedures, and best practices

- Ensure compliance with local labor laws and international regulations

- Oversee payroll, onboarding/offboarding, benefits, HRIS, and the entire employee lifecycle

- Drive the adoption of HR technology platforms to boost data integrity and process efficiency

- Analyze HR metrics to support strategic decisions and identify process improvements

- Foster an inclusive, high-performing workplace culture through engagement and performance initiatives

- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Operations, and other teams

Required Qualifications:

- Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (required)

- Master's degree (preferred)

Preferred Skills & Experience:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

- High emotional intelligence and cultural awareness

- Proficient in HR policy design, payroll & benefits admin, and data reporting

- Deep understanding of international labor laws and HR best practices

- Track record of driving HR process standardization

- Experience working in fast-paced, tech-driven environments

- Proven ability to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion

- Strong stakeholder management and cross-cultural adaptability

A Typical Day in the Role:

Your mornings might start with reviewing HR dashboards (e.g., in Qandle), flagging trends or risks. You'll sync on daily priorities - like onboarding, payroll, or benefits - then collaborate with leaders to resolve complex HR issues.

The day continues with:

- Drafting and refining policies

- Working with legal/compliance on regulatory matters

- Leading initiatives like onboarding revamps, HR tech pilots, or employee engagement analytics

- Troubleshooting HRIS issues

- Supporting employees with benefit/payroll queries

- Closing the day by documenting process updates and celebrating team wins!

This role blends strategy, execution, and culture-building - no two days are the same.

What You'll Learn:

- Master multi-country HR operations and compliance

- Understand how HR supports startup due-diligence in fundraising

- Advance your leadership capabilities in a globally distributed team

- Navigate the challenges of supporting both tech and factory workforce populations

- Sharpen your skills in change management, process design, and cross-cultural collaboration

- Work on impactful, strategic HR projects that drive real business value

- Grow your global professional network

- Prepare for senior leadership roles by owning critical outcomes and influencing strategy

Perks & Benefits:

- Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) - become a shareholder in our growth journey

- May involve occasional travel outside of India.

- Complimentary Ultrahuman products

- Comprehensive insurance coverage (OPD, IPD, maternity)

- Free meals and snacks

- Gym membership reimbursement

- Wi-Fi reimbursement for remote work