People Operations Manager
Bay Area
Operations /
Full-time /
On-site
About Until
Until is a research company pursuing a moonshot goal: reversible cryopreservation to pause and resume biological time. We're building a well-resourced research environment that combines the best of academia and industry, with infrastructure, engineering, and operational capacity not typically available in traditional scientific settings.
We’re a fast-moving, mission-driven team of scientists, engineers, and operators working together to tackle hard biological problems. If you're energized by high-impact science, ambitious goals, and thoughtful team-building, we’d love to meet you.
About the Role
As People Operations Manager, you’ll play a central role in shaping Until’s employee experience and culture. You’ll lead across recruiting, onboarding, performance management, benefits, office operations, and company-wide programs that support a healthy, high-functioning team.
This role also serves as a trusted, confidential point of contact for employees. You’ll help cultivate a culture of psychological safety, trust, and transparency, offering support on topics ranging from upward feedback to team dynamics and well-being. You'll partner closely with leadership to identify and address early signs of burnout, misalignment, or disengagement—ensuring Until remains not only ambitious but also a human-centered organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and evolve the full-cycle recruiting strategy across all functions and levels.
- Build and maintain a continuous pipeline of prospective talent through proactive sourcing, outreach, and long-term relationship management.
- Organize and coordinate recruiting events, such as open houses, campus outreach, or networking sessions, to expand Until’s reach and visibility.
- Manage and track our pipeline of talent, including passive candidates, referrals, and high-potential future hires.
- Partner with leadership to develop scalable, efficient recruiting processes.
- Promote a compelling employer brand that reflects our values and mission.
- Design and manage People programs including onboarding, total rewards, performance reviews, promotions, and offboarding.
- Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment laws.
- Oversee benefits administration, leave policies, and HR documentation.
- Interface with legal counsel to draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts and offer letters.
- Act as a trusted liaison for employees to share confidential feedback or raise workplace concerns.
- Support managers with performance conversations, feedback processes, and team dynamics.
- Own incident response coordination for workplace injuries or safety-related events, partnering closely with legal counsel, insurance providers, and leadership.
- Oversee daily office operations to ensure a welcoming, well-supported environment.
- Manage supplies, IT equipment, and non-lab/facilities logistics.
- Coordinate company-wide events, team offsites, and in-office gatherings.
- Ensure a smooth experience for both in-person and hybrid team members.
- Help define and uphold team norms and values as the company scales.
- Support org development, reporting structure design, and internal policy documentation.
- Partner with leadership to surface and act on early signs of misalignment, burnout, or communication gaps.
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in People Operations, HR, or Talent roles, ideally in both early-stage and high-growth environments.
- Strong generalist experience across recruiting, onboarding, benefits, compliance, performance management, employee relations, and office operations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; known for discretion, trust-building, and emotional intelligence.
- Proven ability to manage sensitive feedback and team dynamics with empathy and professionalism.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt quickly.
- Deep alignment with Until’s mission and values.
Nice to Have
- Background or interest in science, biotech, or research-heavy environments.
- Experience with tools like Gusto, Lever, Notion, and Google Workspace.
- Training or certification in coaching, conflict mediation, or organizational development.
Why Join Us
- Work on a deeply meaningful mission alongside some of the brightest minds in science and engineering.
- Help shape the culture, infrastructure, and growth of an ambitious startup from the ground up.
- Join a thoughtful, supportive team where mutual respect and curiosity guide how we work.
$120,000 - $145,000 a year
