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We envision a world where doing good is built into everything we do.\nAs a fast-growing, AI-native social impact startup, we're building the technology and infrastructure that connects businesses and good causes, making it easier to give, grow and create meaningful impact at scale.\nWe do this in two ways:\nGoodstack for Business helps some of the world's leading companies power their social impact programmes.\n\nGoodstack for Causes helps nonprofits access the funding, technology and resources they need to thrive.\n\nAnd we're already making a difference:\n$11 billion in donations facilitated since 2022.\n\nOver 13 million mission-driven organisations in the world's largest verified database.\n\n500,000+ nonprofits on our platform, with thousands more joining every week.\n\nTrusted by global companies including Google, Microsoft, Anthropic, Open AI, Canva, TikTok and Airbnb, alongside nonprofits such as the Red Cross, Cancer Research UK and Oxfam.\n\nWhat We're Building Next\nWe're entering an exciting new chapter: evolving beyond software into an AI-native business that delivers meaningful outcomes for businesses and nonprofits worldwide.\nBy combining AI, automation and human expertise, we're building a future where companies can manage global giving programmes more seamlessly, and nonprofits can access funding faster and more efficiently.\nOur ambition is bold, and the challenges are complex. We're looking for curious, ambitious and AI-native thinkers who take ownership, challenge assumptions and use technology creatively to solve meaningful problems.\nThat's where you come in\nJoin us as People Operations Specialist and help us build a People function that’s simple, dependable, and able to scale!\nWe are considering applications for both permanent andcontract employment\nWe're looking for someone to join us in building the next chapter of our People function at Goodstack.\nOver the past four years, we've grown more than 8x, from 22 to around 200 Goodstackers across multiple countries. It's been an incredible journey, and with that kind of growth comes a whole lot of interesting challenges.\nWe've built a strong foundation, but there's plenty of opportunity to make the experience of working at Goodstack even better.\nWe're looking for someone who enjoys People Operations, gets satisfaction from making complicated things simple, and cares just as much about the little details as the bigger picture. Someone who understands good HR practices, takes ownership, asks thoughtful questions and doesn't wait to be told what needs doing.\nIn this role, you'll have plenty of autonomy, the opportunity to shape how we work, and a close partnership with the Head of People as we continue scaling the function.\nA note from the Head of People:\nHey, future Goodstacker! \nI don't expect you to know everything (who does?), but I do expect you to know your HR foundations, bring good judgement, take ownership and stay curious.\nAnd if you're the kind of person who gets a little too excited about a beautifully organised process, I have a feeling we'll get along brilliantly!\nAs People Operations Specialist, your mission will be:\nMaking the Goodstacker experience brilliant\nOwn the end-to-end employee lifecycle, from onboarding and employment changes to offboarding, ensuring every experience is smooth, organised and thoughtful.\n\nPrepare and quality-check employment contracts, amendments and other documentation, ensuring accuracy and alignment with applicable employment requirements.\n\nKeep our People systems, employee records and documentation accurate, organised and up to date.\n\nBe the go-to person for day-to-day People questions, providing sound HR guidance, resolving routine matters independently and escalating more complex issues.\n\nPartner with Talent, Finance, IT, managers and external providers to ensure smooth coordination across teams.\n\nKeeping global People operations running smoothly\nCoordinate payroll inputs, deadlines, employee benefits and employment changes across our locations.\n\nManage the operational administration of our international Employer of Record (EOR) arrangements.\n\nSupport right-to-work checks, immigration and sponsorship administration.\n\nApply HR policies and employment best practices consistently, identifying compliance risks and escalating them early.\n\nKeep on top of statutory deadlines and employment obligations, working with external specialists when needed.\n\nMaking things better as we grow\nCoordinate the operational delivery of performance reviews, progression and compensation cycles.\n\nMaintain People reporting, policies, templates and internal documentation.\n\nUse your HR knowledge to identify gaps in our processes and recommend practical improvements.\n\nFind opportunities to simplify workflows and use AI and automation to eliminate repetitive work.\n\nWhat success looks like:\nEvery new Goodstacker has what they need before Day 1 and feels welcomed from the start.\n\nContracts, payroll inputs, employee changes and records are accurate and delivered on time.\n\nOur people and managers can count on you for reliable advice, clear answers and helpful support.\n\nYou apply sound HR judgement, spot risks early and resolve routine matters without constant oversight.\n\nOur People processes run smoothly, with fewer manual steps and less time spent chasing admin.\n\nYou proactively identify opportunities to strengthen compliance, consistency and the employee experience.\n\nUltimately, you're creating the operational reliability that allows us to spend more time improving the experience of working at Goodstack.\n\nThis role is a perfect match for you if you have:\n3+ years of hands-on People / HR Ops experience, ideally in a growing, international business.\n\nA formal qualification in Human Resources Management, such as an HR-related degree, CIPD, or an equivalent recognised professional qualification.\n\nA solid understanding of UK employment legislation and HR best practices, with the confidence to apply your knowledge to everyday People matters.\n\nExperience preparing employment documentation, managing employee lifecycle processes and supporting payroll and benefits administration.\n\nExcellent attention to detail, particularly when handling contracts, payroll, employee data and anything where accuracy really matters.\n\nStrong organisational skills and follow-through, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.\n\nExperience with UK HR administration, alongside exposure to international employment or EOR arrangements.\n\nConfidence working with People systems, spreadsheets and payroll processes, with a strong understanding of confidentiality and data handling.\n\nSound judgement and ownership, knowing how to solve problems independently and when to ask for support.\n\nClear, kind communication and a genuine interest in helping people.\n\nAn AI-native mindset, using AI, automation and technology thoughtfully to simplify work, improve accuracy and increase efficiency.\n\nBonus if you have:\nWorked in a fast-growing startup and enjoy building things as you go.\n\nExperience automating People Ops workflows.\n\nA soft spot for a good cup of tea or smoothie .\n\nWhat you can expect upon joining our team\nSalary reviews and share options becoming an integral part of our growth and share in the company's success\nGoodstack’s Workplace Giving\nVitality Plus - Private health insurance\n£250 Brighten your day annual budget\n£1000 Learning & development annual budget\nGoodstack library\nTasty Tuesday! Office lunch is on the company\nSlow run club Wednesday\n⭐ Paid days off to volunteer for non-profit causes\nPaid days to attend conferences\nPaid day off on your birthday!\n25 days annual leave, plus paid public holidays\nPaid sick leave\nPaid wellness leave\nParental leave\nWorkplace nursery scheme\nPension (with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option)\nUK cycle-to-work scheme\nEcologi carbon offsetting\nFlexible working hours\nWFH budget upon joining\nYou're always welcome to pop in more often if you enjoy the buzz of being in the office. It's a warm, friendly space right in the heart of London\n… and so much more\nAbout us\nSince 2017, Goodstack has been at the forefront of creating a future where good will be built into everything we do. From daily commutes to weekend activities or grocery shopping, we envision a world where creating positive change is seamlessly integrated into our everyday lives. In this future, the depth and breadth of impact we can make through everyday actions will expand dramatically - benefiting both businesses and the world.\nBusinesses are expected to deliver on both profit and purpose and those that don’t are falling behind. We’re here to make it easy for any company, anywhere in the world, to integrate good into what they do. Doing this empowers everyone - companies, employees, consumers, and communities - to contribute to positive change and take meaningful action.\nLet's do this!\nOUR PLEDGE TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION\nWe take pride in our diverse and growing team representing 20+ nationalities across 5 continents ! Our continued expansion provides us with opportunities to embrace and celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, essential to our success. We actively seek and welcome applicants from all walks of life, regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.\nA team that represents the world that we are trying to support is a wiser, more knowledgeable and stronger one. 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