People Operations Specialist – HR, Payroll & Business Operations
Location: Remote
Work arrangement: Fully remote
Job type: Not specified
Role Overview
A growing, internationally distributed digital technology agency is seeking a People Operations Specialist to manage employee lifecycle processes and business operations across HR administration, payroll, finance, travel and internal systems.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong organisation, ownership and attention to detail, with a focus on improving processes and supporting a growing remote workforce.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage employee lifecycle operations, including contracts, onboarding, role changes, payroll updates and offboarding.
- Prepare and maintain employment contracts, offer letters, amendments and HR documentation.
- Coordinate monthly payroll, contractor invoices, expenses and payment approvals.
- Organise company travel, accommodation, transport and itineraries.
- Coordinate company events, offsites, venues and suppliers.
- Maintain accurate employee records, leave data, expenses, contracts and operational documentation.
- Handle HR and operational queries, resolving issues or escalating where needed.
- Manage statements of work, change orders, signatures and related documentation.
- Improve internal workflows, processes and documentation.
- Develop automation solutions to reduce manual administration and improve accuracy.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in People Operations, HR Operations, Business Operations, Finance Operations or a similar role.
- Experience managing employee lifecycle processes, contracts and HR administration.
- Practical experience with payroll, contractor payments, expenses and financial administration.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience coordinating travel, events, vendors and company logistics.
- Ability to manage confidential employee and financial information.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience with HRIS, payroll, expense management, e-signature or workflow automation systems.
- A proactive, process-oriented approach and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, internationally distributed environment.
Desirable: Experience in a startup, scale-up, agency or remote-first business, particularly across multiple countries.
Additional Information
- Fully remote working arrangement.
- Bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policy.
- Applicants must already have valid work authorisation; visa sponsorship is not available.
- Contractors must provide proof of incorporation and current insurance.
- Identity and reference checks may be required.