Entry Level Director Of People Jobs

New grad director of people jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or demonstrated people-operations work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Retail, with employers like Capital One, Information Technology Senior Management Forum, and Notion hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles68
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerCapital One
Top cityMcLean, VA
Work type78% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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WeBox
Talent Acquisition & People Operations Specialist
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WeBox
New 1m ago
Talent Acquisition & People Operations Specialist
WeBox
San Jose, California
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
$80k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
51-200

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Pendo
Sr. People Operations Coordinator
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Pendo
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Sr. People Operations Coordinator
Pendo
Raleigh, North Carolina
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
$70k - $84k/yr
501-1,000

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Information Technology Senior Management Forum
Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Full Stack (People Leader & Jira) (Enterprise Platforms Techno
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Information Technology Senior Management Forum
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Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Full Stack (People Leader & Jira) (Enterprise Platforms Techno
Information Technology Senior Management Forum
McLean, Virginia
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$230k - $262k/yr
Master's degree
51-200

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People Operations & Analytics Specialist (Hybrid)
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New 1m ago
People Operations & Analytics Specialist (Hybrid)
Company
East Brunswick, New Jersey
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Project Management
$56k - $69k/yr

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Capital One
Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Full Stack (People Leader & Jira) (Enterprise Platforms Technology)
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Capital One
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Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Full Stack (People Leader & Jira) (Enterprise Platforms Technology)
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Master's degree
10,000+

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Entry Level Director Of People Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Capital One
    Capital One4
  • Information Technology Senior Management Forum
    Information Technology Senior Management Forum3
  • Notion
    Notion2
  • Wayfair
    Wayfair2
  • Metropolis
    Metropolis2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software16
  • Banking & Financial Services4
  • Retail3
  • Healthcare & Medical Services3
  • Insurance2

Entry Level Director Of People Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level director of people job?

Entry level director of people roles typically look for candidates who have completed HR-related coursework, internships, or volunteer work coordinating teams and people programs. Highlighting hands-on experience with onboarding, employee relations, or talent coordination gives you an edge. A clear understanding of HR fundamentals, strong communication skills, and any exposure to people-operations tools will make your application stand out at this stage.

Which companies hire entry level director of peoples?

Companies hiring entry level director of peoples right now include Capital One, Information Technology Senior Management Forum, and Notion, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. A mix of startups, growing mid-size firms, and established organizations tend to post at this level as they build out their people and HR functions.

Are there remote entry level director of people jobs?

Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles make up the majority of postings at this level. About 22% of entry level director of people openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so candidates open to flexible arrangements will find options alongside in-person roles in their area.

Are these new grad director of people jobs?

Yes, many of these listings are new grad and recent graduate roles that welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically specifies zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or campus involvement in lieu of full-time work, or invites applicants with a strong portfolio of people-operations or HR projects rather than a lengthy employment history.

Which industries hire the most entry level director of peoples?

Entry Level director of people roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they are scaling their workforces quickly and need early-career HR talent to support recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement programs.