Senior Manager - People Operations
The Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Foundation (SGBFF) works to build a more equal and resilient world. We bring people together to support each other through four initiatives: LeanIn.Org, LeanInGirls.Org, OptionB.Org, and the Dave Goldberg Scholarship Program.
We’re looking for a mission-driven, people-focused professional to join our Operations team as Senior Manager, People Operations. This role is all about helping our team thrive - making sure our staff feels supported, connected, and able to do their best work. Reporting to the SVP of Operations, you’ll manage core People Operations processes while also contributing to initiatives that strengthen our culture, such as learning and development and team offsites. The ideal candidate is empathetic, tech-savvy, and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced, remote-first environments while balancing hands-on execution with cross-functional collaboration. If you’re energized by supporting people, building connections across a remote team, and reinforcing our mission through thoughtful, inclusive, and equity-driven practices, we’d love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
Manage and coordinate day-to-day People Operations activities including recruiting, onboarding, benefits, compliance, performance management, and employee engagement
Serve as the first point of contact for employees on HR-related matters, escalating as needed
Maintain and improve our HR systems and tools, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
Partner with the SVP of Operations on policy implementation and process improvements
Help develop and implement learning and development initiatives that support employee growth
Handle sensitive employee matters with discretion and professionalism
What You Will Bring
7+ years of professional experience in People Operations/HR, ideally in startups or high-growth company
Demonstrated success supporting and improving HR programs in remote or distributed teams
Strong knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and compliance
Experience with HRIS and people management platforms; tech-savvy and quick to adopt new tools
A “roll up your sleeves” mindset—flexible, proactive, and comfortable shifting between day-to-day execution and project support
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on empathy, confidentiality, and integrity
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving, and entrepreneurial environment
What We Will Offer You
The base salary for this role varies by location: $135,900-$140,400 (National) / $151,000-$156,000 (Bay Area/New York Metro), with the final amount depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, full-time employees are also eligible for a performance-based bonus of up to 10% of their annual salary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with 4% employer match, unlimited PTO, and more!
The opportunity to help shape the people function of a mission-driven organization
A collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven team culture
A remote-first work environment with flexible scheduling
How to Apply
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis - early submission is encouraged.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
If your application is a good match, our team will reach out to schedule an interview. If you're no longer under consideration, you'll receive an email update. We truly appreciate your interest, and due to the high application volume, we may not be able to personally communicate with everyone who applies.
The Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Foundation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard to age, race, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. It’s important to us that people of all identities and backgrounds see themselves represented and included in our work, so we actively encourage people of all identities and experiences to apply.
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Senior Manager - People Operations
The Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Foundation (SGBFF) works to build a more equal and resilient world. We bring people together to support each other through four initiatives: LeanIn.Org, LeanInGirls.Org, OptionB.Org, and the Dave Goldberg Scholarship Program.
We’re looking for a mission-driven, people-focused professional to join our Operations team as Senior Manager, People Operations. This role is all about helping our team thrive - making sure our staff feels supported, connected, and able to do their best work. Reporting to the SVP of Operations, you’ll manage core People Operations processes while also contributing to initiatives that strengthen our culture, such as learning and development and team offsites. The ideal candidate is empathetic, tech-savvy, and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced, remote-first environments while balancing hands-on execution with cross-functional collaboration. If you’re energized by supporting people, building connections across a remote team, and reinforcing our mission through thoughtful, inclusive, and equity-driven practices, we’d love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
Manage and coordinate day-to-day People Operations activities including recruiting, onboarding, benefits, compliance, performance management, and employee engagement
Serve as the first point of contact for employees on HR-related matters, escalating as needed
Maintain and improve our HR systems and tools, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
Partner with the SVP of Operations on policy implementation and process improvements
Help develop and implement learning and development initiatives that support employee growth
Handle sensitive employee matters with discretion and professionalism
What You Will Bring
7+ years of professional experience in People Operations/HR, ideally in startups or high-growth company
Demonstrated success supporting and improving HR programs in remote or distributed teams
Strong knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and compliance
Experience with HRIS and people management platforms; tech-savvy and quick to adopt new tools
A “roll up your sleeves” mindset—flexible, proactive, and comfortable shifting between day-to-day execution and project support
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on empathy, confidentiality, and integrity
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving, and entrepreneurial environment
What We Will Offer You
The base salary for this role varies by location: $135,900-$140,400 (National) / $151,000-$156,000 (Bay Area/New York Metro), with the final amount depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, full-time employees are also eligible for a performance-based bonus of up to 10% of their annual salary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with 4% employer match, unlimited PTO, and more!
The opportunity to help shape the people function of a mission-driven organization
A collaborative, supportive, and mission-driven team culture
A remote-first work environment with flexible scheduling
How to Apply
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis - early submission is encouraged.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
If your application is a good match, our team will reach out to schedule an interview. If you're no longer under consideration, you'll receive an email update. We truly appreciate your interest, and due to the high application volume, we may not be able to personally communicate with everyone who applies.
The Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Foundation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard to age, race, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. It’s important to us that people of all identities and backgrounds see themselves represented and included in our work, so we actively encourage people of all identities and experiences to apply.