Senior People Operations Manager (f/m/x)

About the company

Tomorrow University: A Next-Generation University for Impactful Careers

Education is the most powerful lever for driving the transition to a sustainable society. That’s why we’ve built a university dedicated to educating and empowering the change-makers of tomorrow. We offer accredited degree programs designed to equip learners with 21st-century competencies while providing access to a world-class network of experts to maximize their impact.

As a remote-first institution, we use technology and AI to enable flexible, personalized learning - accessible from anywhere in the world.

We are proud to be the first EdTech startup in Europe with a fully state-recognized university license and to be ranked among the Top 20 EdTech startups globally.

Our Inspiration

We believe that transforming education requires rethinking how we teach. At Tomorrow University, we move beyond the traditional, teacher-centered approach and embrace a student-centric learning model. Our goal is to equip learners with the essential skills and mindset needed to create global impact, supported by a vast network of change-makers.

Our Mission

At Tomorrow University, we leverage science and technology to enhance learning while fostering a global community for continuous growth and impact. Our students learn by applying their knowledge to real-world challenges and engaging with world-class educators, mentors, and partners from around the globe.

Be aware that all of our positions are completely Remote but our working hours are Central European Time (+/- 2h)

About the role

Operational focus · process-driven · hands-on execution

At Tomorrow University, we are building a remote-first, international university with clear structures and reliable operations. As a Senior People Operations Manager, you are responsible for the operational execution of our People processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and smooth day-to-day workflows.

Your main tasks will include:

1 People Operations & Administration

Own and manage our employee systems (e.g. HRIS), ensuring high data accuracy and well-structured, scalable workflows.
Oversee the preparation of contracts, amendments, certificates, and all critical employee documentation with high precision.
Continuously audit, improve, and standardize People Operations processes to increase efficiency, clarity, and scalability across the organization.
Drive the implementation of automation and smarter workflows (e.g. within HRIS, payroll, on-/offboarding) to optimize documentation and administrative processes.
Lead the operational execution of the employee lifecycle, ensuring seamless recruiting support, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
Manage and ensure the accuracy of the monthly payroll process in collaboration with external payroll providers.
Ensure full compliance with German labor law and manage international employment setups in coordination with external partners.
Lead the coordination of the bi-annual growth cycle, ensuring operational excellence in surveys, data preparation, and system updates.

2 Recruiting Operations

Oversee and lead recruiting processes when needed, ensuring high-quality job postings, professional candidate communication, and efficient interview scheduling.
Conduct and refine initial screening interviews to identify top-tier talent and ensure cultural alignment.
Manage external recruitment partners for sourcing and screening when more than two roles are open, ensuring high service standards and seamless coordination.
Ensure the integrity of recruiting data and documentation within our systems to support data-driven decision-making.

3 Internal Coordination & Events

Drive the organization of company-wide Workations and Onsites from a strategic and logistical perspective (research, bookings, and end-to-end coordination).
Manage and optimize internal calendars, documentation, and follow-up processes to ensure People Operations run seamlessly.
Serve as the primary point of contact for procedural and administrative People-related matters, efficiently guiding non-operational topics to the appropriate owner.

What we are looking for:

Experience: You have 5+ years of experience in People Operations, employee administration, or a similar operational role, ideally within a fast-paced or remote-first environment.
Operational Excellence: You thrive on building structured, detail-oriented workflows and have a proven track record of taking full ownership of complex operational processes.
Discretion: You have extensive experience handling sensitive data and a deep understanding of the critical nature of data accuracy and confidentiality.
Independence: You work with a high degree of autonomy and reliability, proactively identifying when processes need clarification, refinement, or escalation.
Tech Mastery: You are a power user of digital tools such as HRIS systems, Slack, and Notion, and you enjoy leveraging them to increase team efficiency.
Legal & Payroll Expertise: You have native-level German proficiency and are fully confident managing contracts, complex payroll topics, and labor-law-related communication.
International Mindset: You are fluent in English and highly comfortable navigating a diverse, international, English-speaking environment.
Location: Preferably, you are based in Germany and/or open to occasional travel (e.g., Berlin or Frankfurt) to connect with the team.

Please note that professional fluency (C1 or higher) in both English and German is required for this position.

What Matters to Us

We’re looking for people who thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. These traits are especially important to us:

Ownership & Independence – You take initiative and get things done
Collaborative Mindset – You enjoy working across teams and disciplines
Clear & Thoughtful Communication – You know how to adapt your message to different audiences
Integrity, Curiosity & Growth – You’re honest, open-minded, and always looking to learn
Proactivity & Drive – You bring energy and momentum to your work
Commitment to Execution – You don’t just dream big—you make things happen
Passion for Sustainability, Entrepreneurship & Technology – You care deeply about building a better future

Perks & Benefits

Work from anywhere, anytime

You will work fully remote, with the option to use our attractive Berlin office for onboarding, team days and occasional alignment meetings—office presence is a benefit, not a requirement. We offer flexible hours compatible with European time zones, and our work culture gives you the freedom to design your day. If you ever need a change of scenery, we provide a co-working budget so you can connect and collaborate from wherever you are.

Grow with us

At Tomorrow University, we foster lifelong learning. You’ll have access to our innovative programs and be part of a culture that encourages continuous growth, personally and professionally. You will have direct leadership responsibility with a visible impact.

Travel the world together

Twice a year, we bring the whole team together for a week-long Workation somewhere in Europe, think bonding, brainstorming, and big ideas in beautiful places.

Time to recharge

You’ll get 25 vacation days per year, plus public holidays based on your location.

Ready to shape the future of education and make an impact? Join us and help reimagine how we learn, grow, and build a better tomorrow.

At Tomorrow University, we believe in your potential, not your paperwork. Degrees are great, but your drive matters even more

Notice: This is a remote position based in Spain.