People Ops Partner (German speaker)

LI.FI is simplifying multi-chain DeFi for traditional financial institutions, fintechs and service providers by offering a unified API to access all on-chain liquidity across major blockchains for best price same-chain and cross-chain swaps. We are a passionate team on a mission to enable a fairer, more decentralised world. Apart from the tech, we care a lot about user experience and aim to make complex technologies accessible to everyone.

A quick run-down of the job

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented People Ops Partner to keep our people operations running smoothly and efficiently.

You’ll manage the core HR processes, systems, and records that enable our team to grow and perform — from onboarding and contracts to HRIS management and day-to-day employee support.

This is a hands-on, execution-focused role for someone who enjoys structure, organization, and making processes work better at scale.

🌍 Location

Remote within the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, Africa). Your application will not be considered if you’re outside of this region.

Operate & Execute

• Own day-to-day People operations, including managing contracts, employee records, and HR documentation.

• Maintain and update our HRIS (e.g. HiBob) and related tools, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and seamless integration across systems.

• Support payroll and benefits administration in coordination with finance and external partners.

• Ensure all employment processes are compliant, audit-ready, and aligned with company policies across regions.

Deliver & Improve

• Run and continuously improve key processes such as onboarding, offboarding, performance reviews, and internal communications.

• Support the rollout of new policies, procedures, and HR tools to improve efficiency and employee experience.

• Partner with the Head of People and the wider Talent team to deliver programs that support employee development, engagement, and retention.

Support & Connect

• Provide day-to-day support to employees and managers on HR-related questions, policies, and procedures.

• Help new joiners feel welcome and set up for success through a smooth, structured onboarding experience.

• Contribute to initiatives that strengthen connection and belonging across our distributed team.

Measure & Evolve

• Track HR metrics (turnover, engagement, process SLAs, etc.) and use data to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Take a builder’s approach — experiment, iterate, and scale processes that work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What makes a good candidate

• 3+ years of experience in People Operations or HR generalist roles — ideally in a fast-paced or scaling company.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail — you enjoy managing systems, processes, and administrative tasks that keep things running smoothly.

• Experience managing HRIS platforms (e.g., HiBob, Rippling, BambooHR) and maintaining accurate employee data.

• Knowledge of HR fundamentals, employment policies, and compliance requirements.

• Skilled in using Slack, G Suite, Ashby, Figma, or similar tools.

• Strong communicator who can build trust and alignment across distributed teams.

• Bilingual or native German speaker, with excellent English communication skills.

• Hands-on, adaptable, and resourceful — you enjoy making things work better, not just maintaining them.

• Previous experience partnering with engineering, data and product teams is a strong plus.

• Experience in the crypto, Web3 or other fast changing spaces is a big bonus.

Company culture

• Embracing the differences

  • Embrace your own differences

  • Respect and welcome the unique qualities of others

  • See others’ differences as an opportunity to grow

• Own it, do it

  • Own tasks end-to-end

  • Hold yourself to a high bar for execution

  • Make bold decisions, and be accountable

  • Understand your limitations and seek for help

• Fail forward

  • Try - don’t be afraid to fail

  • Learn - don’t make the same mistake twice

  • Adapt - grow with the experience

• Have fun together

  • Take the time to get to know and understand each other better

  • Don’t take yourself too seriously and keep it light-hearted

  • Fun should be coming from a place of love and respect

What you’ll get

• Annual team offsites (Thailand in 2023 and Vietnam in 2024 were a blast, Marrakech in March 2025 was blast-ier; let’s see what happens in 2026!)

• 30 days of PTO

• Flexible remote days

• Flexible working hours

• Equity participation from day 1

• Entitlement to work computer (choice of equipment)

• An annual 1,000€ personal development budget once you have worked 6+ months (pro-rated the first year)

• A one-time 1,000€ remote budget to use on coworking, office setup, etc.

If you join us as an independent contractor, you’re only entitled to the first five benefits of this list.

Application process

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LI.FI is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in our dedication to fostering a workplace that values and respects each team member's unique contributions.

Shortlisted candidates will undergo a comprehensive interview process, including a people operations interview, a take-home assignment, a meet-the-team & founder interview, and a reference check.

For more information, visit our page detailing our hiring process!