People operations officer

At Workwize, we help companies equip, manage, and retrieve IT hardware for their global teams without the usual chaos. Our platform handles deployments, returns, and tracking in 100+ countries, supporting more than 50,000 users and 120,000 devices. It saves IT teams from endless manual work so they can focus on higher-impact priorities. A few months ago, we launched a new revenue line focused on decommissioning, reselling, and recycling old IT assets. It’s growing fast, and we’re now looking for someone who wants to help turn this into a major part of the business. Lees verder voor een volledig begrip van deze vacature en wat er nodig is om een succesvolle sollicitant te zijn. About the role You’ll take full ownership of the People Operations pillar at Workwize. This is a builder’s role. You’ll design, maintain, and improve the systems, workflows, and data that keep our HR function running smoothly. You’ll partner closely with our HR Business Partners on company-wide initiatives like performance cycles, onboarding, and engagement programs, and with Talent Acquisition on structured, data-driven hiring. What this really means is that you’re the one who ensures reliability. Payroll inputs are right the first time, data stays clean, processes make sense, and employees experience a smooth journey from hire to exit. If you enjoy making complex operations feel effortless, this is your arena. What you’ll do Systems and data ownership Configure and manage our HRIS (HiBob) as the single source of truth: data, workflows, permissions, and compliance basics. Maintain structured, automated hiring workflows in Greenhouse in close partnership with Talent Acquisition. Safeguard data quality across all People systems and make sure payroll inputs are accurate and timely. Build and maintain dashboards and reporting: headcount, hiring funnel, turnover, performance cycles, and general workforce analytics. Core People processes Design and run end-to-end People processes including onboarding, offboarding, performance cycles, compensation changes, and contract or data updates. Operate performance cycles in our performance tool (15Five): setup, timelines, calibration logistics, manager guidance, and reporting for HRBPs and leadership. Support compliance and risk control through contract templates (together with Legal), access management, documentation hygiene, and audit readiness. Document processes and updates in a way that's clear, accessible, and repeatable. Collaboration and enablement Act as the operational sparring partner for HRBPs: you build the processes, they bring them to life with the business. Work closely with HRBPs, TA, Finance, Legal, and IT to keep everything aligned and predictable. What you bring 4+ years of experience in People Operations or HR Operations in a tech, SaaS, or high-growth environment. Proven experience owning or co-owning an HRIS (ideally HiBob). A track record of running full-process onboarding, offboarding, and performance cycles. Confidence working with data: pulling it from different systems, creating basic dashboards, and spotting patterns. Experience collaborating with HRBPs and TA in a shared operating model. Solid understanding of HR operations basics in both Europe and the US. Skills Strong process thinker who can map, standardize, and improve workflows end-to-end. High attention to detail and confidence handling data, contracts, and payroll inputs. Structured, organized, and clear in planning and documentation. Analytical mindset that uses data to validate issues and propose improvements. Direct, clear communication with cross-functional partners. Steady under pressure and able to keep operations stable during peak periods. Service-minded without sliding into constant reactivity. Ownership mentality: you see the People Ops pillar as your product and keep improving it. What Workwize offers A role in a fast-growing environment where your work has visible impact. A hybrid setup with the right gear for home and office. A team that values initiative, ownership, and clear communication. Weekly team lunches, monthly events, and a culture that’s ambitious without feeling stiff. Xnkfpon A workplace recognized by LinkedIn as one of the Top 10 Startups in the Netherlands for 2025 and repeatedly named a top scale-up. If you’re excited by the idea of owning People Operations end-to-end, improving it every week, and shaping a core part of Workwize’s next chapter, we’d love to meet you.