As Senior Director, People Operations, you will lead and scale the systems, programs, and operational infrastructure that power an exceptional employee experience at Ro. You will oversee the core systems and services foundation of the People function—including HR systems, people analytics, benefits and leave administration, compliance, employee lifecycle operations, and employee services—ensuring they are efficient, scalable, and aligned with business and employee needs.
You’ll partner closely with leaders across People, Finance, IT, Legal, and the broader business, serving as both a strategic and operational thought partner. Reporting to the SVP, People, this role will play a critical role in enabling Ro’s continued growth through scalable systems, data-driven decision making, operational excellence, and a high-quality employee experience. In addition to overseeing the systems and processes that support employees, you will help shape how workforce data and insights are leveraged to improve organizational effectiveness, inform leadership decisions, and guide People strategy.
This role is ideal for a leader who combines systems thinking with strong execution and thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments. As a technology-forward company, Ro employees have high expectations for intuitive systems, seamless experiences, and high-quality support. You bring a passion for improving how work gets done through scalable processes, modern technology, automation, and AI-enabled solutions that create efficient, consumer-grade employee experiences. You will play a key role in shaping the future of People Operations at Ro, building scalable workflows, self-service capabilities, and intelligent systems that enable both employees and the business to operate more effectively.
What You'll Do:
Set the strategy and vision for People Operations, including HR systems, people analytics, workforce insights, benefits administration, compliance, employee lifecycle operations, and employee services
Build and evolve People analytics and workforce insights capabilities, developing reporting, dashboards, metrics, and decision-support tools that enable leaders to make informed decisions about talent, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning
Own and optimize People systems and workflows, ensuring scalability, data integrity, operational efficiency, and seamless employee experiences across the lifecycle
Build and evolve scalable People processes and service delivery models that improve efficiency, consistency, and employee experience across the organization
Improve efficiency, scalability, and employee experience through process improvement, automation, systems optimization, and thoughtful application of AI-enabled tools and workflows
Identify opportunities to embed AI and emerging technologies into People Operations workflows to improve efficiency, employee experience, scalability, and quality of service delivery
Partner cross-functionally with Finance, IT, Legal, and People teams to support workforce planning, compensation operations, reporting, organizational health metrics, and strategic business initiatives
Oversee benefits and leave administration programs, ensuring competitive offerings, operational excellence, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Ensure strong governance, compliance, and operational controls across People systems, policies, processes, and employee data management practices
Lead and modernize employee support operations, including self-service capabilities, knowledge management, service standards, and scalable employee support models
Drive operational excellence across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, internal mobility, and offboarding experiences
Apply product management and service design principles to employee-facing programs, systems, and operational workflows to continuously improve the employee experience
Lead operational transformation initiatives and change management efforts that improve scalability, organizational efficiency, and employee experience across the business
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
10–15+ years of experience in People Operations, HR Operations, or related functions, including leadership experience in high-growth or complex environments
Deep expertise in HR systems, people analytics, workforce reporting, workflow automation, and operational process design
Experience scaling People infrastructure, programs, and service delivery in fast-growing, technology-driven organizations
Demonstrated ability to apply AI, automation, and emerging technologies to improve operational efficiency and employee experience
Strong knowledge of benefits administration, leave management, and multi-state HR compliance
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience translating workforce data and operational metrics into actionable insights, business recommendations, and process improvements
Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and tactical levels, balancing long-term initiatives with hands-on operational execution
Strong communication and change management skills, with experience driving operational transformation and adoption across organizations
Experience supporting or partnering on compensation programs is a plus, but not required
We've Got You Covered:
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance + OneMedical membership
Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
401(k) with company match
Flexible PTO
Wellbeing + Learning & Growth reimbursements
Paid parental leave + Fertility benefits
Pet insurance
Student loan refinancing
Virtual resources for mindfulness, counseling, and fitness
We welcome qualified candidates of all races, creeds, genders, and sexuality to apply.
