Global People Operations Manager (6-month Contract)

We are seeking a Global People Operations Manager candidate for a 6-month contract. This person will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our People Ops and ensuring the seamless delivery of People support to employees. You will work closely with various departments across the organization to implement People strategies that support business objectives and promote a positive work environment. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in People operations, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for fostering a culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

People Operations Management: 

• Oversee the daily operations needs of the HR department, including employee records, data management, auditing, and system compliance

• Support the first line response of HR department support inbox

• Oversee and own all onboarding, offboarding, and day-to-day policy management

• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with labor laws and company standards

• Continuously assess and improve HR processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

• Have an understanding of labor compliance requirements in key areas to support regional management

Cross-functional Collaboration & Project Management:

• Lead HR projects, such as system upgrades, policy rollouts, and employee engagement initiatives

• Work closely with other departments, such as Finance and IT, to ensure HR operations align with overall business goals

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor the People operations team, providing guidance, support, and training as needed

General Administration:

• Oversee relationships with HR service providers and vendors, ensuring high-quality service delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or Equivalent Work Experience

• 7+ years of experience in HR operations, with a strong background in payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS management

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing HR operations teams

• In-depth knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and compliance requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems, as well as Microsoft Office or Google Suite

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the tech or media industry

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

• Certification in HR (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP)

• Experience with global HR operations and understanding of international HR practices

• Knowledge of advanced HR analytics and reporting techniques

• Proven experience in leading HR process improvement initiatives 

Why Shutterstock:

• You have a direct impact on the success of the company. Your team’s work matters and is essential to the evolution of our core business!

• Executive leadership cares personally. They prioritize growth and planning your career path with your goals and passions in mind

• Flexibility to work between home and office with everything you need to be successful in both

• A generous and competitive benefits package

Shutterstock connects diverse artists and creative professionals around the globe with the agencies, brands and people who need their work and services. It’s a place where creators come to be inspired and discover new ways to produce their best work.

Shutterstock enables its employees to drive culture and tap into the world around them to develop the toolbox and solutions that help others share their world views. At Shutterstock, your ideas will be welcomed, your uniqueness will be celebrated, and you will be supported in presenting your view of the world as you experience it. We’re champions of resiliency; quickly learning from our shortcomings in our pursuit of continuous growth.

Diverse teams are critical to our success. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply and we commit to creating and maintaining a culture where employees know they belong and have equal opportunities to succeed.

The pay range for this position is below:
    • 47.00 - 62.00 per hour in New York

Shutterstock Values

We are one team collectively focused on creating an unrivaled experience for our Customers and Contributors. Our Values represent the mindset of the employee who will thrive at Shutterstock.  If you are passionate about what you do, and want to become part of a cutting-edge technology company building industry leading products, please apply.

Shutterstock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Suitably qualified and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply  regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Shutterstock ensures that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].