People Operations Manager / Team Lead

Highlights: Location: Portugal Stock options Languages : Fluent in Russian; English (C1) About Fundraise Up At Fundraise Up, we are reimagining the fundraising platform to create the most convenient and fastest way to donate to non-profit foundations. Our innovation is aimed at enhancing loading speeds, boosting conversion rates, offering diverse payment methods, and more. Each month, individuals worldwide donate tens of millions of dollars through our platform. We are the go-to fundraising solution for some of the world's leading non-profit organizations. UNICEF, Obama Foundation, the Alzheimer's Association, and many others leverage our platform for their online fundraising needs. About the role We are looking for an experienced People Operations Manager / Team Lead to join our global PeopleOps function. This person will manage a small but high-impact team (up to 5 direct reports next year) and drive complex PeopleOps projects end-to-end. The role combines strategic program management with hands-on execution across global HR operations, employee lifecycle, and cross-border compliance. It is both a leadership role and a builder’s role: you will be stepping in to replace a current team lead, while also taking ownership of key global projects that require urgency and precision. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a PeopleOps team of up to five members Own and deliver high-priority PeopleOps projects (compensation frameworks, EOR transitions, compliance rollouts, HRIS optimization, etc.) Act as a subject-matter expert on global mobility, immigration, and compliance Partner with business leaders, finance, and legal on complex cross-border employment and contractor conversions Build scalable processes, policies, and tools to support rapid company growth Anticipate compliance risks and proactively design mitigation plans Drive continuous improvement in employee experience, data accuracy, and process efficiency Be a hands-on problem solver: comfortable diving into details and navigating ambiguity in a high-growth startup environment Skills & Qualifications 5+ years of progressive experience in PeopleOps / HR, with at least 1+ year in a leadership role Proven experience managing PeopleOps/HR teams in fast-growing startups or scale-ups Deep expertise in global mobility, relocation, immigration, and compliance in Europe Strong knowledge of cross-border employment structures (entities, EOR, contractors, and conversions) Track record of successfully leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects under tight timelines Highly adaptive, thrives in changing environments, able to pivot priorities while keeping execution strong Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across cultures and time zones Fluent in Russian and English Benefits Our compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and perks, meaningful equity, and a competitive salary: 31 days off 100% paid telemedicine plan Home Office Setup Assistance: the company offers assistance with purchasing furniture (office chair, office desk, monitor) and other items to create a comfortable workspace. English learning courses. Relevant professional education. Gym or swimming pool. Co-working. Remote working. **Please note: All official correspondence from Fundraise Up will exclusively originate from the @fundraiseup.com domain. Exercise caution and ensure the authenticity of emails claiming to be from our company.