Head of HR Operations and Total Rewards

Role Overview

Turing is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of HR Operations and Total Rewards to oversee all aspects of HR operations, including compensation, benefits, HRIS, performance management processes, and more. This role will play a critical part in building and optimizing our HR infrastructure, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a culture of high performance and engagement.

You will lead a team of HR professionals, collaborate with stakeholders across the company, and develop scalable systems and processes to support Turing's growth and mission.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Operations Management
• Design and implement efficient, scalable HR processes, systems, and policies to support the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and compliance.
• Oversee the implementation and management of HRIS technology to ensure accurate and secure employee data management.
2. Compensation and Total Rewards
• Develop and manage competitive compensation structures, ensuring alignment with industry benchmarks and internal equity.
• Lead the strategy, design, and implementation of employee benefits programs to attract and retain top talent.
3. Performance Management
• Manage and execute company-wide performance review cycles, providing tools and guidance to managers and employees.
• Continuously improve performance management practices to align with business goals and support employee development.
4. Analytics and Reporting
• Generate and maintain HR metrics and dashboards
• Lead analytics projects to inform decision-making and improve processes.
5. Strategic Leadership
• Partner with senior leadership to ensure HR operations align with and support the organization’s strategy and goals.
• Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on HR operations and total rewards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in HR operations, total rewards, or a similar field, with a strong track record of managing HR processes at scale.
• Experience in high-growth startups, establishing processes to effectively support and drive business expansion.
• Proven experience in designing and managing compensation structures, benefits programs, and HRIS systems.
• Expertise in running performance review cycles and understanding performance management best practices.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Deep knowledge of compliance requirements across global jurisdictions.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with experience leading high-performing HR teams.
• Familiarity with modern HR technology tools and systems (e.g. Rippling, Hibob, BambooHR).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Ideal Candidate

• Strategic Visionary: Able to see the big picture while managing operational details.
• Data-Driven Decision Maker: Comfortable using data to inform HR strategies and drive improvements.
• Collaborative Leader: Builds strong relationships across teams and inspires trust and alignment.
• Passionate Advocate for People: Committed to creating exceptional employee experiences and fostering a culture of inclusion and engagement.

Reasons to Join our People team

1. Strategic Impact: Shape and lead the development of a world-class HR operations function at a high-growth, globally distributed organization.
2. Learn from Experts: Collaborate with and learn from a diverse, high-performing leadership team.
3. Innovate in HR: Contribute to innovative HR solutions, leveraging technology and data to optimize processes.
4. Be Part of a Mission-Driven Company: Join a team dedicated to unlocking human potential and redefining the future of work.