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PlantingSpace

1-10 employees

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About PlantingSpace

We aim to build a system capable of understanding knowledge, to answer questions and get things done.

4 months ago

People Operations Specialist

Full-time
Mid Level
Human Resources
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Description
  • We're building the future of AI for analysts and scientists, based on a fundamentally new approach to reasoning and knowledge representation. Our team of 40 exceptional researchers and engineers - distributed across 16 countries - are tackling some of the hardest problems in AI. We're in our R&D phase, founder-backed, and scaling rapidly toward commercialization.
  • We are looking for a People Operations Specialist to join our Operations team. You will own the operational engine behind our team’s growth and culture. This is not a traditional HR role; it is a logistics and process role. You will build and manage the infrastructure that allows us to recruit top talent, execute complex quarterly retreats, and maintain rigorous internal documentation.
  • Location: Remote (working hours are 09:00-18:00 CET)
  • Team: People Ops (2 people total)
  • 🔑 What You'll Own
  • Recruitment Operations
  • Manage the candidate pipeline to ensure a smooth flow throughout the process.
  • Identify and address any irregularities or bottlenecks in the recruiting process immediately, and escalate for action.
  • Manage relationships with recruitment agencies and oversee their onboarding processes and documentation.
  • Keep all hiring team members updated, coordinated, and aligned on candidate status and next steps.
  • Manage the configuration and maintenance of our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other recruiting tools.
  • Develop and maintain up-to-date recruiting documentation, including job ads, candidate materials, and tooling guides.
  • Quarterly Team Retreats
  • Research, source, and vet venues for team retreats, ensuring they meet requirements.
  • Monitor and coordinate all travel booking processes, including flights, ground transportation, and arrivals for team members.
  • Act as the on-site coordinator during retreats to ensure smooth execution of the event.
  • Plan and oversee venue logistics, including menus, room allocation, workspace configuration, and technical equipment setup.
  • People Processes
  • Coordinate onboarding of new team members; ensuring smooth communication and set up for their start.
  • Manage the tooling and documentation of team-facing people processes, ensuring they are accessible and up-to-date.
  • Track and approve absence requests to ensure accurate records.
  • Process reimbursement requests efficiently and accurately.
  • 🪜 Background & Experience
  • Essential
  • 4+ years in Operations or Project Management roles.
  • Experience in a high-performance, fast-paced environment.
  • Proven track record managing complex logistics (international travel, events).
  • Experience documenting and building processes from scratch, not just following them.
  • Ability to write clear, concise documentation that leaves no room for ambiguity.
  • Degree (Masters preferred); in a subject that required structured thinking.
  • Highly Valued
  • Experience planning and executing international events.
  • Experience working in a fully remote, distributed team.
  • Technical Skills
  • Must Have
  • Deep knowledge of Google Workspace toolset (Calendar resources, groups, drive permissions, admin console settings).
  • Comfortable with spreadsheet formulas and data organisation for budgets and logistics.
  • Experience with Notion, or similar documentation/project management tools.
  • Experience managing recruiting pipelines in tools like Ashby, Greenhouse, or Lever.
  • Nice to have
  • Experience with travel booking tools, such as Perk.
  • Experience with Deel or similar HRIS platforms.
  • Operating Style
  • Thrive when: high standards, error-free logistics, building processes from scratch, solving complex problems, working with demanding people.
  • Struggle when: accepting

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Benefits
  • Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge AI research environment.
  • Remote work with flexible hours (09:00-18:00 CET).
  • Collaborate with a globally distributed team.
  • Build and manage scalable processes from scratch.
  • Engage in complex logistics and operational challenges.
  • Work with high-performance, passionate professionals.
  • Contribute to a mission-driven company working on fundamental AI problems.