Description Job Title: People Operations Specialist – Senior Level Job Type: Temporary Contractor (mat leave coverage) About the Role: The role of the Senior People Operations Specialist is key to ensuring effective human resources operations and fostering a positive employee experience. This position is a blend of hands-on operational work and strategic contributions, with a focus on optimizing HR processes, maintaining compliance, and supporting employee engagement efforts. Previous experience supporting organizations with employees in Canada and Mexico ideal. Experience with Workday ideal. Fully remote. HR Operations & Compliance: + Ensure HR processes adhere to local labor laws and global standards; identify and address compliance needs proactively. + Serve as an advisor on employment regulations, contributing to audits and legal reviews as necessary. + Partner with Legal, IT, and HR Tech teams to uphold HR system efficiency and compliance with data privacy standards. + Prepare and file compliance reports with government agencies in a timely and accurate manner. + Verify the accuracy of new hire data and conduct periodic audits for quality assurance. Employee Lifecycle Management: + Manage onboarding processes, including conducting new hire orientations and verifying documentation. + Ensure employees have the legal right to work and address work visa requirements in partnership with global mobility teams. + Organize and maintain employee records, contracts, and legally required documents within HR systems. + Support offboarding processes in collaboration with People Business Partners and Legal teams. + Continuously improve employee lifecycle processes for a better overall experience. + Provide guidance on local employment laws as needed to managers and colleagues. Policy Development and Communication: + Collaborate with Employee Relations on the creation and implementation of HR policies aligned with organizational values and legal standards. + Ensure policy updates are clearly communicated to employees and leadership. + Facilitate easy access to policies and procedures for employees and team members. Data Analytics and Reporting: + Analyze JIRA metrics to identify trends and help drive informed decision-making, including processes that incorporate AI tools. + Leverage insights from People Analytics to enhance current workflows. Operational Systems and Processes: + Collaborate across teams to ensure HR systems support the organization’s needs efficiently. + Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for key People Operations processes, ensuring clarity and consistency. Requirements Legal Forms, Background Checks, Human Resources (HR) Administration, Legal Correspondence, Benefit Functions, Onboarding, New Hire Orientations, Workday TalentMatch® ­Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .