People Operations Partner

1 Day ago • 4 Years + • $120,000 PA - $144,000 PA

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Job Description

Drivemode, a software and user experience division of Honda, is seeking a People Operations Partner. This role involves designing and implementing people programs, automating manual transactions, and ensuring systems align with company growth. Responsibilities include managing onboarding and offboarding, handling benefits and wellness programs, liaising with immigration partners, and consulting on people matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in both fast-paced technology companies and more established organizations, a solid background in building employee-friendly processes, and a strong analytical mindset.
Must have:
  • 4+ years of experience in tech and established organizations.
  • Experience in building employee-friendly people operations processes.
  • Proven track record in managing benefits programs and immigration cases.
  • Strong analytical mindset to optimize people operations infrastructure.
  • Ability to develop and implement people-centric processes.

Job Details

Our Mission: Driving technology always feels old. Not by a little bit. We believe vehicles can be a thousand times smarter, safer, and more connected to the world around us, and our mission is to see it happen. In 2019, we joined forces with Honda as their first startup acquisition, and now we’re expanding our vision into building the future of electric vehicles (BEV) for millions of people around the world.

Why Drivemode: Drivemode is the new software and user experience division of Honda that is focused on digital experience for new electric vehicles. You will be joining an exciting startup environment that combines impactful work, competitive compensation, and excellent benefits. By becoming a part of our team, you'll contribute to our crucial mission of changing the way people engage with vehicles and help solving the world's environmental challenges. This presents an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation and drive Honda's success in the EV market.

About the role: We’re looking for someone who has a strong sense of ownership, deep respect for others, strives for excellence in a changing environment, and does not forget to have fun while on a mission to build smarter and safer connected driving for Honda vehicles. An individual who is passionate about People & Culture and building a strong company culture through close collaboration with all stakeholders.

What you will do:

    • Design and implement People programs and processes to minimize manual transactions by automating them, resulting in friendly information on the knowledge base or improved self-service capabilities for employees and People & Culture team members.
    • Own People Technology initiatives to ensure systems and infrastructure are aligned with the company's growth trajectory and operational goals.
    • Organize and manage onboarding programs for new moders, ensuring our employees receive the best orientation experience and integration into the company.
    • Coordinate and manage off-boarding processes to ensure a smooth and respectful transition for departing employees.
    • Own benefits & wellness programs, ensuring employees are well-educated on offerings and supported throughout their journey.
    • Liaise with immigration partners and manage end-to-end immigration processes.
    • Consult employees on day-to-day People matters and provide timely support on requested documentation.
    • Manage and update HR and related systems (e.g., HiBob, VerifyFirst, DocuSign, Easyllama, Notion etc.) to ensure data accuracy and relevance.
    • Prepare, review, interpret, and analyze a variety of data, information, and reports, providing clear recommendations based on findings.
    • Partner with our parent company and oversee Travel Policy.

What We Are Looking For:

    • At least 4 years of experience working in both fast-paced technology companies and more established organizations, with an understanding of how to adapt technology to  People Operations practices.
    • Solid background in building employee-friendly People Operations processes, workflows and implementing scalable People Operations systems.
    • Proven track record in managing comprehensive benefits programs and handling immigration cases with care and precision.
    • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data to build and optimize People Operations infrastructure.
    • Demonstrated ability to develop, refine, and implement people-centric processes and initiatives that balance efficiency with a positive employee experience.
    • Agile, proactive approach with a “can do” attitude and the ability to pivot quickly in a dynamic environment.
$120,000 - $144,000 a year
This is the position's total compensation package including the company's bonus structure. This position also comes with full benefits. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls.

Drivemode is proud of a very diverse team with employees coming from 5 continents/20 countries as of today. Diversity in our workplace has played an important part in our success; we recognize each employee’s unique background, knowledge, experiences, ideas, and viewpoints which are all critical in developing a product that has the greatest impacts on drivers all over the world.


Drivemode provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristics that make you unique. 

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