People Operations Manager Jobs in Connecticut
People Operations Manager jobs in Connecticut are concentrated in Hartford, Stamford, and Bridgeport, where employers across financial services, insurance, and healthcare compete for HR professionals who specialize in workforce planning, HRIS implementation, and employee relations. Aetna, Synchrony Financial, and Yale New Haven Health are among the established Connecticut employers with recurring demand for this role, from mid-level generalists to senior leaders overseeing multi-site operations. Connecticut sits among the more active markets in the Northeast for people operations talent, particularly in organizations scaling through post-merger integration or digital HR transformation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Stanley Black & Decker Leadership Program – Human Resources
Hybrid - Towson, MD USA
Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of nearly 60,000 professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, CUB CADET®, STANLEY® and BLACK+DECKER®
Why SLP?
The Stanley Black & Decker Leadership Program (“SLP”) is a high-profile rotational program that is an integrated process for accelerating the development of our future leaders. It is geared toward recent graduates with Human Resources internship experience and a relevant business degree with a passion for a long-term career in Human Resources and People Operations.
HR SLPs work in 3 rotations over 2 years in different facilities across the United States. Each rotation has project assignments that allow participants to become familiar with how we do business and contribute to the success of that facility. The program offers invaluable experiences for early-career associates seeking challenging developmental opportunities to jump-start their careers.
The Job:
Throughout the program you’ll have the opportunity to support the HR Function with key projects and initiatives including:
- Building Relationships and becoming a trusted advisor to business groups while ensuring efficiency and effectiveness of solutions deployed in support of business goals and objectives.
- Leading HR and analytics projects to streamline processes and increase working capital turns – All while communicating effectively of any challenges that may inhibit project deliverables
- Leading Projects: Plan, Manage, and provide deliverables on projects as assigned throughout their rotational assignments.
- Facilitate structured training programs to support business transformation.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and makes constructive suggestions for change. Report out/present to Program peers and company leaders about your project deliverables on a regular rhythm
The Person:
You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. You also have:
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Analytics or Communications
- Demonstrated leadership experience paired with strong academic background.
- Prior internships in HR, Analytics or Project Management.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team without constant direction or supervision.
- Strong communication skills: verbal, written, and interpersonal; presentation and facilitation skills, social media savvy communicator; ability to effectively communicate across potential language barriers
- Demonstrated quantitative, analytical, creative problem solving, and conceptual skills
- Resourceful with ability to navigate the unknown, finding solutions by navigating through internal and external channels
- Excellent networking and collaboration skills; Proven ability to build alliances, influence others, and work in a team environment. Strong organization skills and attention to detail; Ability to be proactive, prioritize work, and handle multiple assignments in a timely manner.
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The Details:
- Must be willing to rotate work assignments, projects, and teams every 6-12 months throughout the program. Relocation for a minimum of one rotation may be required.
- This role will be hybrid in the following locations: New Britain, CT; Towson, MD; or Valley, City OH.
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

The Salary range for this position is $51,700.00 - $83,300.00

This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.
The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.
The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.
Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.
We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.
Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.
Who We Are
We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.
What You’ll Also Get
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Benefits & Perks
You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at (860) 827-3923 or at accommodations@sbdinc.com . Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov)
This employer participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. Applicants may be asked to voluntarily provide information to determine eligibility. Any information provided will be kept confidentially other than as required to make the necessary WOTC disclosures and in accordance with applicable laws.
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in people operations manager jobs across Connecticut.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational psychology, or a related business field
- PHR or SPHR certification from HRCI, or SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential
- Three or more years managing HR operations, people programs, or an HR generalist team
- Hands-on experience with an HRIS platform such as Workday, UKG, or ADP Workforce Now
- Demonstrated experience designing or administering employee performance and engagement programs
- Familiarity with Connecticut employment law, including PFMLA and paid sick leave requirements
People Operations Manager Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a people operations manager in Connecticut?
A bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field is the standard starting point for this role in Connecticut. Connecticut does not require a state-issued license to work as a people operations manager, but most hiring managers expect a nationally recognized HR credential such as the SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR. Candidates who combine that credential with direct experience managing HR programs at Connecticut employers in insurance, healthcare, or financial services move most quickly into manager-level roles.
How much do people operations managers make in Connecticut?
People operations managers in Connecticut earn a median of about $165,930 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,530 for the lowest 10% to over $295,480 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire people operations managers in Connecticut?
Employers hiring people operations managers in Connecticut right now include Target, Travelers, and Spectrum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Connecticut's dense concentration of insurance carriers and financial institutions headquartered in the Hartford and Stamford corridors means hiring for this role stays relatively consistent year-round.
Which Connecticut cities have the most people operations manager jobs?
Hartford, Stamford, and New Britain have the most people operations manager openings in Connecticut. Hartford drives volume through its status as a national insurance hub, home to carriers and financial services firms with large people operations functions, while Stamford and Bridgeport draw from the New York metropolitan corridor and host regional headquarters of global companies with ongoing HR leadership needs.
Are there remote people operations manager jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, and more than many comparable HR roles. About 47% of people operations manager openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and systems-heavy nature of much of the work. Strategic functions like HRIS administration, people analytics, and policy development are the most commonly offered remotely, while roles with direct responsibility for on-site employee relations or benefits enrollment tend to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a people operations manager in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is starting as an HR coordinator or HR generalist at a mid-size Connecticut employer, then moving into a people operations manager role after building two to three years of program ownership. Large Connecticut employers in healthcare, such as Yale New Haven Health and Hartford HealthCare, and insurance carriers like Cigna and The Hartford regularly hire entry-level HR associates into rotational or developmental programs. A SHRM-CP credential gives candidates without direct management experience a credible signal, and proficiency in Workday or UKG closes gaps quickly for operations-focused roles.
Where can I find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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