People Operations Specialist – Europe, Part -Time

About Us:

VendueTech is building Bidsale™, the most trusted platform for distressed and public auction real estate across Europe. We combine AI-driven document processing, legal-tech, and geo-analytics to make public real estate investment transparent, secure, and data-informed.

Role Summary:

We’re looking for a People Operations Specialist to join our lean People team. You’ll be pivotal in driving and supporting core HR processes, from onboarding and employee engagement to compliance and culture-building initiatives. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is excited about shaping the employee experience and supporting teams as we scale.

This is a unique opportunity to join a high-growth startup on a 100% equity-based compensation model, aligning your success directly with the company’s. You’ll help build our core product, establish frontend best practices, and directly participate in long-term value creation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and performance review processes.
• Partner with leadership to design and deliver employee engagement and culture initiatives.
• Manage day-to-day HR operations, including maintaining accurate employee records and compliance documentation.
• Act as the first point of contact for employee questions and provide timely support.
• Coordinate payroll and benefits administration in collaboration with external vendors.
• Assist in developing and rolling out HR policies and procedures to support growth and scalability.
• Track, analyze, and report on people metrics (turnover, engagement, headcount, etc.) to inform decision-making.
• Participate in ad-hoc people projects aimed at improving tools, processes, and the overall employee experience.

What we are looking for:

• 3-5 years of experience in people operations, HR, or a similar role, ideally within a startup or high-growth environment.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment compliance.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership.
• Comfort working independently and managing time effectively in a part-time capacity.
• Experience with HRIS/ATS platforms and familiarity with remote-first team dynamics.
• Prior experience with equity-based compensation models is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• 100% equity-based compensation: Equity: Participation in VendueTech Ltd ESOP Trust, with share allocation based on hours worked and achievements.
• Play a foundational role in building the people operations function.
• Fully remote and async-first team culture with global talent.

VendueTech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.