Job Description

People Operations Specialist/Lead (Temporary | NYC – Hybrid)

Location: New York City (Hybrid) (3 days in office, FiDi)

Duration: 3–6 months (with potential extension)

Compensation: $40–$45/hour

Type: Contract (Full-time)

We’re looking for a skilled and driven People Operations Specialist/Lead to join a dynamic team on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone with 3–5 years of HR experience who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about operational excellence and creating positive employee experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day HR operations, including maintaining employee records and managing HRIS data
• Lead onboarding, offboarding, and internal mobility processes
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and policy clarifications
• Oversee bi-weekly payroll processing
• Support implementation and improvement of HR policies, procedures, and programs
• Prepare and analyze HR data to produce key reports and insights

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in People Operations, preferably in high-growth environments
• Strong background managing core HR functions such as onboarding, compliance, and payroll
• Proficiency with HRIS and ATS platforms (Justworks and Greenhouse preferred)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• High level of independence, adaptability, and attention to detail

This is a contract role with potential to extend, offering immediate impact and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a growing HR function.

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