People Ops Specialist

Who we are:

We are a leader in fraud prevention and AML compliance. Our platform uses device intelligence, behavior biometrics, machine learning, and AI to stop fraud before it happens. Today, over 300 banks, retailers, and fintechs worldwide use Sardine to stop identity fraud, payment fraud, account takeovers, and social engineering scams. We have raised $75M from world-class investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Visa, Experian, FIS, and Google Ventures.

Our culture:

• We have hubs in the Bay Area, NYC, Austin, and Toronto. However, we have a remote-first work culture. #WorkFromAnywhere

• We hire talented, self-motivated people and get out of their way

• We value performance and not hours worked. We believe you shouldn't have to miss your family dinner, your kid's school play, or doctor's appointments for the sake of adhering to an arbitrary work schedule.

Location:

• Canada

• From Home / Beach / Mountain / Cafe / Anywhere!

• We are a remote-first company with a globally distributed team. You can find your productive zone and work from there.

About the Role:

We are a rapidly growing company committed to creating an engaging, inclusive, high-performance culture. As we expand our global workforce, we are looking for an experienced People Ops Specialist to join our team. This role will be critical in managing HR operations for our Canadian and international teams, ensuring smooth payroll processes, compliance with local labor laws, and an excellent employee experience throughout their lifecycle with us.

Responsibilities:

• Payroll Management: Oversee and manage payroll for all employees across Canada, as well as international contractors, ensuring accurate and timely payments and tax compliance.

• Onboarding: Facilitate and manage the onboarding process for new hires across Canada, the US, and international locations. Ensure new hires have a seamless transition into their roles.

• Policies and Compliance: Maintain and update Canadian-specific HR policies, labor laws, and the employee handbook to ensure compliance with the latest regulations and best practices.

• HR Operations: Streamline HR workflows, reduce manual efforts, and implement tools and systems to optimize efficiency and enhance the employee experience.

• Employee Engagement & Experience: Take ownership of day-to-day HR operations, ensuring a positive employee experience. Conduct regular check-ins with employees and contractors to identify pain points, gather feedback, and provide necessary support.

• Company Events & Recognition: Organize company-wide events, celebrations, and recognition programs to foster employee engagement, morale, and team cohesion.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other teams (e.g., Finance, Legal, and Security) to ensure alignment on HR processes and compliance needs.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in People Operations, HR, or a similar role, with a focus on Canadian and international payroll management.

• Experience working in a tech startup environment with a high degree of ownership and adaptability.

• Deep understanding of Canadian HR laws, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) coordination, employment regulations, and tax compliance. Ability to advise on policy matters. 

• Hands-on experience managing onboarding for employees and contractors, ensuring smooth and compliant processes.

• Comfortable using various HR tech systems such as Rippling, Deel, Asana, Notion, Slack, and similar tools to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.

• Experience with global payroll systems across multiple international jurisdictions.

• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong communication skills and an ability to build rapport with employees and contractors across diverse cultures and locations. Able to handle sensitive information with discretion.

• A genuine passion for people, talent, and creating a great company culture.

Compensation: Base pay range of $60,000 - $80,000 + Equity with tremendous upside potential + Attractive benefits

Benefits we offer:

• Generous compensation in cash and equity

• Early exercise for all options, including pre-vested

• Work from anywhere: Remote-first Culture

• Flexible paid time off, Year-end break, Self care days off

• Health insurance, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents - US and Canada specific

• 4% matching in 401k / RRSP - US and Canada specific

• MacBook Pro delivered to your door

• One-time stipend to set up a home office — desk, chair, screen, etc.

• Monthly meal stipend

• Monthly social meet-up stipend

• Annual health and wellness stipend

• Annual Learning stipend

• Unlimited access to an expert financial advisory

Join a fast-growing company with world-class professionals from around the world. If you are seeking a meaningful career, you found the right place, and we would love to hear from you.