People Operations Manager
Amsterdam
People /
Full-time /
On-site
About Insify
We are a start-up offering an end-to-end digital insurance platform focussing solely on European entrepreneurs and SMEs. We offer the best insurance to our customers thanks to our focus on user experience, our leading underwriting services, and our expertise in data. In short, we’ve made getting insured quick, transparent and simple.
We know how to innovate - our team of seasoned entrepreneurs has built a host of successful businesses in fintech and e-commerce (HelloFresh, Bloomon and SumUp to name a few!).We’ve already raised over €25M in funding from leading investors (Accel Ventures, Frontline Ventures, Visionaries Club, Nico Rosberg, etc.), who love what we do and see the potential for a revolution in digital insurance.
We started our journey in the Netherlands and with our mission to make business insurance fast, simple and fair we have been able to have a significant impact on that market. Since last year we also serve customers in France and Germany, and are rapidly expanding across the rest of Europe!
How we work
At Insify, we’re building more than just an insurance company—we’re creating a culture that’s bold, caring, and built to make a real difference. Everything we do is driven by our core values: grit, impact, care, and entrepreneurship.
We show up with passion and perseverance. We solve real problems and put people first—especially our customers. And we’re always looking for smarter, faster, more human ways to do things.
That’s also why we’ve chosen a pro-office approach. We believe that working together, face to face, sparks creativity, builds stronger teams, and helps us learn faster—especially for new joiners. From spontaneous brainstorms to shared lunches, being in the same space makes the magic happen.
Joining Insify means being part of a team that truly backs each other and the entrepreneurs we serve. If you’re ready to grow, innovate, and help reshape the insurance industry from the inside out—we’d love to meet you.
People Team
We’re all about people—because they’re at the heart of everything we do. Our team is here to support the company by helping each other grow and thrive. From finding amazing new colleagues to creating clear growth paths, we’ve got it covered.
Right now, we’re building our internal recruitment function, designing a progression framework, nurturing our culture, and making sure everything’s running smoothly on the compliance front. We also take care of onboarding, offboarding, HR data, and everything in between.
What will you be doing
As our People Operations Manager, you’ll take ownership of the systems, policies, and sensitive processes that underpin a thriving team. You’ll be the first point of contact for employee relations, HR compliance, and cross-border employment topics — ensuring we scale with integrity, empathy, and legal rigor. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complexity and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves.
You’ll work closely with the VP People, Sr. Recruiter, and Department Heads to ensure our People practices are thoughtful, compliant, and scalable. In this role, you’ll directly report to the VP People.
People Operations & Process Design
- Own and continuously improve People processes across the employee lifecycle—from onboarding to exit
- Ensure accurate HR data, documentation, and systems (e.g. contracts, payroll inputs, personnel files)
- Develop scalable workflows, automations, and templates to increase efficiency and consistency
- Partner with our Finance and Legal teams on compensation, benefits, and risk management
HR Compliance & Labor Law
- Ensure full compliance with Dutch and French employment laws and regulations
- Draft and update contracts, policies, and handbooks in alignment with local labor laws
- Handle work permits, local registrations, and compliance requirements for cross-border employment
- Act as the first point of contact for legal HR matters, supported by external counsel where needed
- Guide managers and leadership through complex HR topics (e.g. terminations, leave policies, changes in working conditions) with confidence and care
Performance, Development & Culture
- Help define and implement a fair and scalable performance management framework
- Support learning and development initiatives and partner with managers on career growth planning
- Drive engagement programs and promote an inclusive, values-driven culture
People Partnering
- Be a trusted partner to managers and employees, providing guidance on team dynamics, performance issues, and wellbeing
- Help resolve employee relations matters effectively and empathetically
- Actively gather feedback and monitor team sentiment across the organization
What will make you successful in this role
- 5–8 years of experience in HR, People Ops, or as an HR Business Partner with ER depth, in a fast-paced, international environment
- Strong knowledge of Dutch labor law; experience with French employment law is a competitive advantage
- Hands-on experience with HR operations, contracts, and policies—especially in scaling teams
- Experience navigating sensitive ER cases (performance management, settlements, restructuring)
- Comfort with process building, legal documentation, and HR system optimization
- Strong organizational and communication skills; able to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities
- Tech-savvy with experience using HRIS tools and automating HR workflows
- High ownership mentality—you take initiative and follow throughFluent in English; Dutch is a strong advantage
What we offer
Competitive compensation - we want to attract and retain the best so we are offering a compensation package that aligns with that.
Pension plan - participation to Insify’s Pension Plan, with 6% employer contribution.
Travel reimbursement - we help travelers with their commute.
Hybrid - Possibility to work from home two times a week.
25 holidays days per year - (+ extra day on Christmas eve if it’s a weekday!)
Subscription to Alleo - 50 EUR (net) monthly (cumulable) budget to spend on what you like - anything from gym memberships to UberEats!
Company events - Monthly team drinks, quarterly offsites, lunch and learns, parties, merch and FUN!
Company Macbook - get the best laptop to get your job done in no time!
Quickly develop your career - there’s no better place to develop. We are growing and you can grow with us! Inhouse leadership programs and coaching
High degree of autonomy - it’s time to ACTUALLY make an impact!
