Senior HR Manager
Vexnovate Ventures
Posted
Jul 24, 2026
Location
Remote
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
Location: Fully Remote, work from home (Anywhere worldwide)
Employment Type: Volunteer | Part-time
Duration: 6 months (minimum)
Working hours: Minimum of 10 hours/week
Role
The Senior HR Manager will establish and lead the Human Resources function from the ground up, developing scalable people processes, systems, and policies that support the company's growth. This role combines strategic HR leadership with hands-on execution across recruitment, employee experience, compliance, and organizational development. The ideal candidate is experienced in building HR infrastructure in fast-paced environments and is comfortable designing processes where none currently exist.
Key Responsibilities
HR Strategy & Leadership
Develop and execute the company's HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
Build scalable HR processes and act as a trusted advisor to leadership on people-related matters.
HR Infrastructure & Process Development
Design, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, SOP documents, and operational frameworks.
Build and optimize an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for the company from scratch, including recruitment workflows, candidate pipelines, and reporting systems.
Standardize and automate HR processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
Talent Acquisition
Lead end-to-end recruitment across all departments.
Manage job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and hiring communications.
Develop employer branding initiatives and build relationships with recruitment partners and talent networks.
Volunteer Program Development
Design and launch the company's volunteer management program from the ground up.
Develop scalable processes for volunteer recruitment, onboarding, engagement, tracking, and performance.
Onboarding & Employee Experience
Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless employee experience.
Prepare employment documentation and coordinate onboarding activities.
Performance Management
Develop performance management systems, including KPIs, OKRs, and employee development frameworks.
Support managers with performance reviews, coaching, and succession planning.
HR Policies & Compliance
Develop and maintain HR policies, employee handbooks, and compliance documentation.
Ensure compliance with labor laws while managing employee records and workplace relations.
HR Operations & Collaboration
Oversee HR operations, including HRIS, attendance, leave management, and HR reporting.
Manage HR communications and ensure timely responses to employee and candidate inquiries.
Collaborate with team members to integrate HR systems and improve operational efficiency through automation.
Qualifications
We value demonstrated experience, initiative, and execution over formal educational qualifications. A degree is welcome but not required.
You are self-driven with the ability to take initiative, solve problems independently, and work effectively without constant supervision or micromanagement.
At least 5+ years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations or a similar role.
Proven experience building or improving HR systems, processes, and operational workflows.
Hands-on experience building and managing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and/or Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, Calendar, etc.) and Slack.
Comfortable leveraging AI tools to improve productivity and enhance HR operations.
Must have a reliable laptop, stable internet connection, and mobile device to effectively support a fully remote work environment.
Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance.
Skills
Strategic HR Leadership
Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
ATS & HRIS Implementation
HR Process Design & Optimization
Performance Management
HR Policy Development
Employee Relations
HR Analytics & Reporting
Change Management
Organizational Development
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Conflict Resolution
Project Management
Reporting Structure
Reports To: Ashwathy Jose - Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Beatriz Beccari - Chief Operating Officer (COO), Sirri Ayongwa - Executive Assistant, and others.
Benefits
As an early-stage startup, this is initially a volunteer role. High-performing, long-term contributors may be offered equity, providing the opportunity to share in the company's long-term growth and success.
100% remote and async work space. Work from anywhere in the world.
Opportunity to build, own, and lead the entire HR function from the ground up.
Get continuous feedback from the Founder and C-suite leadership, accelerating both your professional and leadership growth.
Performance-based recognition, including: LinkedIn, Upwork, and Letter of Recommendation (LOR) recommendation, company email address that can be used as a reference on your CV, featured profile on the company's "Meet the Team" page.
Hiring Process
Initial AI Interview (20 mins): A flexible, online conversation with AI. Please be yourself, no AI tools allowed, as our team personally reviews every answer.
Live Interview: A 1-on-1 discussion with our CTO (Anita) and CEO (Aswathy) to explore fit and mutual goals.
Onboarding: If it’s a mutual match, you’ll receive an official welcome email!
Apply
Submit your application here: https://forms.gle/KRXJ5e3mCtCDQbAx9
Vexnovate Ventures is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, disability, or any other protected status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply!
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Location: Fully Remote, work from home (Anywhere worldwide)
Employment Type: Volunteer | Part-time
Duration: 6 months (minimum)
Working hours: Minimum of 10 hours/week
Role
The Senior HR Manager will establish and lead the Human Resources function from the ground up, developing scalable people processes, systems, and policies that support the company's growth. This role combines strategic HR leadership with hands-on execution across recruitment, employee experience, compliance, and organizational development. The ideal candidate is experienced in building HR infrastructure in fast-paced environments and is comfortable designing processes where none currently exist.
Key Responsibilities
HR Strategy & Leadership
Develop and execute the company's HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
Build scalable HR processes and act as a trusted advisor to leadership on people-related matters.
HR Infrastructure & Process Development
Design, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, SOP documents, and operational frameworks.
Build and optimize an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for the company from scratch, including recruitment workflows, candidate pipelines, and reporting systems.
Standardize and automate HR processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
Talent Acquisition
Lead end-to-end recruitment across all departments.
Manage job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and hiring communications.
Develop employer branding initiatives and build relationships with recruitment partners and talent networks.
Volunteer Program Development
Design and launch the company's volunteer management program from the ground up.
Develop scalable processes for volunteer recruitment, onboarding, engagement, tracking, and performance.
Onboarding & Employee Experience
Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless employee experience.
Prepare employment documentation and coordinate onboarding activities.
Performance Management
Develop performance management systems, including KPIs, OKRs, and employee development frameworks.
Support managers with performance reviews, coaching, and succession planning.
HR Policies & Compliance
Develop and maintain HR policies, employee handbooks, and compliance documentation.
Ensure compliance with labor laws while managing employee records and workplace relations.
HR Operations & Collaboration
Oversee HR operations, including HRIS, attendance, leave management, and HR reporting.
Manage HR communications and ensure timely responses to employee and candidate inquiries.
Collaborate with team members to integrate HR systems and improve operational efficiency through automation.
Qualifications
We value demonstrated experience, initiative, and execution over formal educational qualifications. A degree is welcome but not required.
You are self-driven with the ability to take initiative, solve problems independently, and work effectively without constant supervision or micromanagement.
At least 5+ years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations or a similar role.
Proven experience building or improving HR systems, processes, and operational workflows.
Hands-on experience building and managing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and/or Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, Calendar, etc.) and Slack.
Comfortable leveraging AI tools to improve productivity and enhance HR operations.
Must have a reliable laptop, stable internet connection, and mobile device to effectively support a fully remote work environment.
Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance.
Skills
Strategic HR Leadership
Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
ATS & HRIS Implementation
HR Process Design & Optimization
Performance Management
HR Policy Development
Employee Relations
HR Analytics & Reporting
Change Management
Organizational Development
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Conflict Resolution
Project Management
Reporting Structure
Reports To: Ashwathy Jose - Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Beatriz Beccari - Chief Operating Officer (COO), Sirri Ayongwa - Executive Assistant, and others.
Benefits
As an early-stage startup, this is initially a volunteer role. High-performing, long-term contributors may be offered equity, providing the opportunity to share in the company's long-term growth and success.
100% remote and async work space. Work from anywhere in the world.
Opportunity to build, own, and lead the entire HR function from the ground up.
Get continuous feedback from the Founder and C-suite leadership, accelerating both your professional and leadership growth.
Performance-based recognition, including: LinkedIn, Upwork, and Letter of Recommendation (LOR) recommendation, company email address that can be used as a reference on your CV, featured profile on the company's "Meet the Team" page.
Hiring Process
Initial AI Interview (20 mins): A flexible, online conversation with AI. Please be yourself, no AI tools allowed, as our team personally reviews every answer.
Live Interview: A 1-on-1 discussion with our CTO (Anita) and CEO (Aswathy) to explore fit and mutual goals.
Onboarding: If it’s a mutual match, you’ll receive an official welcome email!
Apply
Submit your application here: https://forms.gle/KRXJ5e3mCtCDQbAx9
Vexnovate Ventures is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, disability, or any other protected status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply!
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