Manager, People Operations

Be Part of What’s Next

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Manager, People Operations to join our dynamic HR team at Hearst Magazines. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the daily execution of critical HR processes and help shape a seamless employee experience across the organization. If you're passionate about operational excellence and want to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S.—including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Popular Mechanics—inspires, entertains, and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology, and industry-leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world—and together, we are shaping what’s next.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Manage HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, job changes, compensation updates, leaves, and offboarding.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of HR transactions across multiple employee populations and states.
• Act as an escalation point for complex operational issues before elevating to leadership.
• Oversee day-to-day use of Oracle HCM across HR modules; coordinate UAT and troubleshoot system-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, government contractor requirements, and internal policies.
• Conduct regular data audits to ensure accuracy and integrity across systems and downstream functions like Payroll.
• Prepare HR reports and dashboards, analyze trends, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Guide and support HR Operations team members, reinforcing service standards and confidentiality.
• Partner cross-functionally with Payroll, Legal, Finance, IT, and HR Centers of Excellence to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvements, SOP development, and documentation of workflows.

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus on operations and systems.
• Proficiency with a commercial HRIS; Oracle HCM experience strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of HR policies, employment laws, and multi-state operations.
• Excellent Excel skills and comfort with HR data, reports, and metrics.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• High level of discretion in handling confidential information.
• Experience supporting a regulated or government contractor environment is a plus.
• Previous people management or team lead experience is preferred.
• Media, publishing, or similarly complex industry experience is a plus.
• This role is based in NYC and follows a hybrid schedule of 4 days per week in the office.

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

The base salary for this role is between $101,000 - $122,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.