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The People Manager at DataDome serves as the HR point of contact for all employees based in the US, handling HR-related queries, managing People Operations, and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience. You'll be instrumental in maintaining a supportive workplace culture for our diverse workforce of over 190 BotBusters.

To qualify for the People Manager role at DataDome, candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in a People Operations, People Manager, or HR Specialist role. Strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and a proactive approach to work are essential for success in this supportive role.

DataDome promotes a Culture of Excellence, encouraging teamwork, trust, and creativity among its employees. The People Manager will work within a friendly and engaging environment that values collaboration and supports the personal and professional growth of all team members.

As a People Manager at DataDome, you'll oversee HR administration, including employment contracts and payroll. You'll also manage personnel records, answer employee inquiries, and coordinate office management activities to ensure a positive working environment that fosters engagement and growth.

The People Manager role at DataDome is based in New York, indicating that in-person collaboration is part of the job. Being on-site is crucial for building relationships, fostering a solid office culture, and ensuring effective communication among the team.

Essential skills for a successful People Manager at DataDome include outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, emotional intelligence, multitasking ability, and a knack for building strong, trustworthy relationships within the team. Creativity and a proactive mindset are also highly desirable.

After applying for the People Manager position at DataDome, candidates will go through several interviews with the Talent Acquisition Manager, VP of People, and co-founders, along with a collaborative work session to ensure alignment with company expectations and culture.

When expressing your experience managing HR operations, focus on specific roles where you handled HR administration tasks, dealt with employee inquiries, and contributed to building an engaging workplace culture. Highlight any metrics of success or employee feedback that demonstrates your effectiveness.

To ensure confidentiality while fostering relationships, explain your commitment to discretion, clearly outlining how you handle sensitive information. Share examples of situations where you successfully balanced transparency with the need for confidentiality.

When discussing improvements you've made in HR processes, provide a specific example, including the context, the changes you proposed, the steps taken to implement these changes, and the outcomes. This demonstrates your proactive nature and ability to create value.

To address payroll coordination, describe your method for collecting and verifying information, your familiarity with payroll software, and how you ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time. Mention communication with payroll specialists as part of your approach.

Share specific engagement strategies you've employed in past roles, such as organizing team events, providing professional development opportunities, or implementing recognition programs that celebrate team member contributions.

Discuss how you prioritize tasks effectively when managing multiple HR responsibilities, perhaps highlighting any tools or methodologies you use, such as lists, project management software, or setting specific time blocks for different tasks.

Your answer should detail your structured onboarding process, emphasizing how you ensure new employees feel welcomed, supported, and informed. Mention elements like an orientation schedule, introductions to team members, and resources provided to new hires.

Explain how you assess the communication preferences of various team members and adapt your style accordingly. Share examples of how this adaptability has strengthened your relationships and improved team dynamics in previous roles.

Highlight the significance of emotional intelligence in HR management, such as understanding team members' emotions, responding empathetically to their concerns, and fostering a supportive environment conducive to open communication and collaboration.

Discuss any experience you have with developing, implementing, or managing benefits and compensation programs, emphasizing your understanding of market trends and employee feedback to ensure competitive and appealing offerings.