People Operations Generalist (Fixed-Term Contract)

People Operations Generalist (Fixed-Term Contract) ABOUT SENTRY Bad software is everywhere, and we’re tired of it. Sentry is on a mission to help developers write better software faster so we can get back to enjoying technology. With more than $217 million in funding and 100,000+ organizations that believe we’re on to something, we're building performance and error monitoring tools that help companies like Disney, Microsoft, and Atlassian spend less time fixing bugs and more time building products. Sentry embraces a hybrid work model across our global hubs, with Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays set as in-office anchor days to encourage meaningful collaboration. If you like to selfishly build things that make your digital life better, come help us build the next generation of software monitoring tools. ABOUT THE TEAM The People function consists of the talent acquisition, people operations, and workplace experience teams. Together, we are responsible for ensuring that Sentry attracts, retains, and activates the highest quality talent to do the best work of their lives. We are committed to helping Sentry mature and grow without succumbing to overburdensome “big company” processes. We are currently seeking a People Operations and Business Partner to join our team in Vienna, Austria, reporting to our U.S.-based Head of HR. This is a 13 month fixed-term contract. If you're passionate about people, culture, and operations, and you’re excited by the idea of being the go-to person for all things People Ops(?) in a fast-moving, global environment, this role is for you. This position requires a high level of autonomy, empathy, and cultural fluency, not only with the local Austrian/European context, but also with how to operate smoothly within a company headquartered in the U.S. IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL - Support day-to-day People Ops functions in the Vienna office, across the entire employee lifecycle including onboarding/offboarding, benefits, leaves, payroll coordination, immigration and HRIS administration etc. You will also provide support for our Amsterdam office and potential future locations in the EMEA region. - Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders, including Payroll, Legal, Finance, IT, Talent Acquisition and Workplace to ensure accurate data exchange and efficient operations. - Partner with global People & Legal teams to navigate cross-border people processes and maintain compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local employment laws and regulations. - Use HR data and metrics to steer strategic decision-making and drive improvement. - Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, as well as improving and localizing People programs. - Be the cultural steward of the Vienna office, fostering inclusion, trust, and connection within a close-knit team while aligning with Sentry’s global values. - Lead with a proactive mindset, surfacing issues, proposing solutions, and helping shape the future of how Sentry supports its teams globally. - Serve as a key partner to our Workplace team and provide backup coverage for the Vienna office when needed. YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF YOU - Enjoy having an impact at both the local and global level, especially in environments that feel more like startups than large enterprises. - Find joy in helping your local client groups (managers and employees) succeed. - Enjoy the freedom to own your function while being part of a supportive, high-trust global People team. Enjoy collaborating with global HR counterparts. - Have a bias towards action. - Appreciate direct communication and want to be part of a fun and fast-paced environment where your voice and ideas will be heard. QUALIFICATIONS - At least 5 years of progressive human resources/people operations experience, with experience managing the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding/offboarding, benefits, leaves, payroll coordination, immigration and HRIS administra ... (truncated, view full listing at source)