People Operations - Global

Mission

Build a high-performance, globally aligned, values-driven organization by leading all aspects of People Operations — hiring, culture, performance, learning, compliance, and engagement — to power Proximity’s journey from high-growth to global scale.

Core Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Employer Brand

• Design and own a global recruiting engine for engineering, product, design, and business roles.
• Partner with leadership to define hiring plans aligned with growth goals.
• Strengthen Proximity’s employer brand in AI, sports-tech, and media-tech talent ecosystems.

Culture & Engagement

• Champion Proximity’s values globally, ensuring they are lived, not just written.
• Design initiatives to foster inclusion, engagement, and cross-office cohesion.
• Lead global all-hands, culture-building programs, and recognition frameworks.

Performance & Growth

• Implement scalable OKR, feedback, and performance review systems.
• Partner with leaders to build career pathways and growth plans for all roles.
• Create learning & development programs that build both leadership and technical skills.

Global People Operations

• Oversee HR operations across the US, UAE, and India, ensuring smooth onboarding, benefits, payroll, and compliance.
• Partner with finance/legal on contracts, visa processes, and cross-border mobility.
• Implement HR tech stack and analytics dashboards to track key people metrics.

Executive Partnering

• Advise the CEO and leadership team on organizational design, talent strategy, and succession planning.
• Act as a trusted confidant and problem-solver for leaders and employees alike.

Requirements

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• 5–12+ years in People Ops/HR leadership roles in high-growth, global tech or consulting companies.
• Experience scaling teams across multiple geographies with different cultural and legal contexts.
• Proven track record in hiring exceptional talent at speed, especially in competitive markets.
• Strong understanding of HR systems, analytics, and compliance frameworks.
• Natural culture builder with high EQ, communication skills, and trust-building ability.

Bonus Points

• Experience in AI, sports-tech, media-tech, or product-led services companies.
• Ex-founder or early-stage builder who understands scale-up challenges.
• Expertise in cross-border talent mobility and remote-first/global hybrid environments.