People Operations Manager

Formation Bio•Boston, MA

1d•$122,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As People Operations Manager at Formation Bio, you will own the day-to-day operations that support employees throughout their time at the company. You will ensure processes run smoothly, employee data is accurate, and employees and managers have a positive experience across onboarding, benefits, employee changes, compliance, and core People programs. You will report to the Director, People Operations and work closely with the broader People Team, Finance, Legal, and external partners. The role combines hands-on People Operations ownership with strong execution, sound judgment, and continuous process improvement. You will help build a more efficient, scalable, and AI-enabled People function. Formation Bio is a technology- and AI-driven pharmaceutical company focused on making drug development and clinical trials more efficient. The company partners with, acquires, or licenses drug programs to advance development and help bring new medicines to patients. The company prioritizes hiring in the New York City and Boston metro areas, with a hybrid model requiring three days per week in the office. Applicants from the Research Triangle and San Francisco Bay Area may also be considered. Candidates should reside in these locations or be willing to relocate. Total compensation is listed as $122,000–$155,000, with individual compensation determined by role scope, geographic location, skills, and experience. The company also offers equity, comprehensive benefits, and perks.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in an operational role on a People team, ideally at a fast-paced, growing company.
Hands-on experience owning employee benefits administration, HR compliance, and core People processes such as onboarding, offboarding, open enrollment, and leaves of absence.
Experience managing HR systems and employee data, with a strong understanding of data accuracy, reporting, and process integrity.
Working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and compliance requirements, and judgment to recognize when additional expertise is needed.
Strong operational and project management skills, with a track record of independently managing multiple priorities and delivering accurate, high-quality work.
Ability to identify inefficiencies, simplify processes, and improve People function operations.
Curiosity and fluency with AI and technology, including examples of using tools to automate work, improve accuracy, or increase efficiency.
Ability to build trust with employees, managers, and cross-functional partners, using discretion and sound judgment in sensitive situations.
High ownership, bias for action, attention to detail, and focus on business impact.
Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the New York City or Boston metro area, Research Triangle, or San Francisco Bay Area.

Nice To Haves

ADP experience is strongly preferred.
Experience in a fast-paced, growing company.

Responsibilities

Own day-to-day People Operations throughout the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee changes, leaves of absence, internal transfers, payroll partnership, and offboarding.
Manage benefits administration, including enrollment, eligibility, life events, open enrollment, employee questions, leaves of absence, and ongoing coordination with the benefits broker and vendors.
Handle People compliance, including required reporting, employee records, policies, handbook updates, mandatory training, and applicable federal and state employment requirements.
Project-manage performance, promotion, and compensation review cycles in partnership with the broader People Team, ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent execution.
Support compensation and equity administration, including market benchmarking, employee changes, grant coordination, and maintaining accurate compensation data.
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of employee data across People systems, including ADP and Lattice, and support reporting and analytics for business decisions.
Respond to employee and manager questions, resolve issues, and maintain clear, accessible employee-facing documentation.
Coordinate processes and clarify responsibilities with Finance, Payroll, Legal, and Talent Operations.
Identify opportunities to simplify and automate People processes using AI and technology to reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and enhance the employee experience.