People Operations Manager Jobs in Florida
People Operations Manager jobs in Florida are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in technology, healthcare, financial services, and hospitality across companies at every level from coordinator to senior director. The busiest hiring metros are Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where employers like Darden Restaurants, Chewy, and AdventHealth maintain large people operations functions. The most sought-after specialties in Florida listings are HR technology implementation, employee relations, and talent operations for high-growth or multi-site organizations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What is Cirkul?
Cirkul is a rapidly growing company on a mission to transform how beverages are developed, distributed, and enjoyed. It's a new way to hydrate—so much so that 96% of customers say they drink more water with Cirkul!* With over 150 flavor options available without sugar or calories, Cirkul provides customers with a fully customizable, reusable water bottle and cartridge system. Since 2018, millions have dropped sugary soda and energy drinks, and turned up their plain boring water with Cirkul! A full range of products is available at DrinkCirkul.com, and Cirkul is also sold by Amazon, Costco, Walmart, Kroger, and grocery stores nationwide.
- Based on a survey conducted with 3,258 Cirkul Customers
What is this role?
As the Manager, People Operations for Cirkul, you will participate in creating and be responsible for the execution and success of the people strategy, policy, and programs for the Cirkul production facilities in Tampa, FL. In partnership with the Plant Managers, you will be responsible for advising and administering the full scope of human resources disciplines, to include onboarding, training, talent management, benefits support, timekeeping, and retention programs for current and prospective employees.
What does an average day look like?
- Driving Results:
- Lead a People function that emphasizes processes, systems, and tools for compliance and efficiency, while delivering a best-in-class employee experience and providing a strategic view of talent solutions and engagement aligned with business needs.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations. Manage employee safety and wellness programs (ADA, FMLA, LOA, etc.), EEO and Workers Compensation.
- Measure, analyze and evolve HR operations using metrics.
- Taking Ownership:
- Along with operations and other People department leaders, develop and implement People plans, policies, and initiatives aligned with our mission and core values including talent management, performance management, employee relations, and engagement.
- Work with Talent Development to build scalable learning and organizational development programs that aid in growing our company's capabilities and drive employee retention.
- Build and develop a best-in-class People Operations team that provide credible advice, participate in creative and collaborative problem solving, and that team members see as approachable and responsive.
- Making Decisions:
- Reporting to the Director of Employee Experience, lead Employee Relations program and investigations, providing guidance, policy review, insights, labor law reviews, and recommendations for all people actions including, but not limited to talent alignment, reasonable accommodations, corrective actions, and adverse actions.
- Design and implement employee retention initiatives and programs, engagement activities, and HR best practices.
- Have strong leadership qualities, strategic thinking abilities, and effective people management skills.
- Cultivating Relationships:
- Understand and leverage internal relationships, partnering with peers and stakeholders to achieve desired goals.
- Be able to craft coherent and effective communication strategies, adapting tone, style, pace, and medium to reach the desired audience.
- Instilling Trust: Help support our core values and help each other be accountable that all our decisions, programs, and processes are aligned with our culture and core beliefs; Focus on developing a diverse, emotionally intelligent, and inclusive culture through the development of culture initiatives that increase diversity of thought, backgrounds, and perspectives. Work with employees at all levels to develop inclusive thinking and to address inclusion needs.
- Customer Focus: Be a change agent adding value in proactive ways, bringing options and ideas forward best supporting our transformation and growth.
What background should you have?
- Bilingual in English & Spanish is required
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 7+ years of experience in as an HR Generalist or Business Partner. 2+ years of HR leadership experience.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to work both hands on and strategically with your team
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations in Florida
- Strong consultative skills and highly effective in communicating both verbally and written
- Ability to solve complex problems using best practices, knowledge of internal and external business issues to provide a new perspective on existing solutions and/or create new solutions
- Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What do we offer?
- Competitive salary based on experience and market
- Generous benefits, 401k match, and PTO (even insurance for your fur babies!)
- Employee discounts on Cirkul products
- New corporate office space with great amenities
- Opportunity to work with a best in class team, in a hyper growth company, taking over the hydration industry
- A culture that rewards results
Please review our privacy policy here.
Please note: At this time, we will not provide sponsorship for employment visas. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Cirkul is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and are committed to sustaining an equitable and inclusive, people-first environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents.
What is Cirkul?
Cirkul is a rapidly growing company on a mission to transform how beverages are developed, distributed, and enjoyed. It's a new way to hydrate—so much so that 96% of customers say they drink more water with Cirkul!* With over 150 flavor options available without sugar or calories, Cirkul provides customers with a fully customizable, reusable water bottle and cartridge system. Since 2018, millions have dropped sugary soda and energy drinks, and turned up their plain boring water with Cirkul! A full range of products is available at DrinkCirkul.com, and Cirkul is also sold by Amazon, Costco, Walmart, Kroger, and grocery stores nationwide.
- Based on a survey conducted with 3,258 Cirkul Customers
What is this role?
As the Manager, People Operations for Cirkul, you will participate in creating and be responsible for the execution and success of the people strategy, policy, and programs for the Cirkul production facilities in Tampa, FL. In partnership with the Plant Managers, you will be responsible for advising and administering the full scope of human resources disciplines, to include onboarding, training, talent management, benefits support, timekeeping, and retention programs for current and prospective employees.
What does an average day look like?
- Driving Results:
- Lead a People function that emphasizes processes, systems, and tools for compliance and efficiency, while delivering a best-in-class employee experience and providing a strategic view of talent solutions and engagement aligned with business needs.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations. Manage employee safety and wellness programs (ADA, FMLA, LOA, etc.), EEO and Workers Compensation.
- Measure, analyze and evolve HR operations using metrics.
- Taking Ownership:
- Along with operations and other People department leaders, develop and implement People plans, policies, and initiatives aligned with our mission and core values including talent management, performance management, employee relations, and engagement.
- Work with Talent Development to build scalable learning and organizational development programs that aid in growing our company's capabilities and drive employee retention.
- Build and develop a best-in-class People Operations team that provide credible advice, participate in creative and collaborative problem solving, and that team members see as approachable and responsive.
- Making Decisions:
- Reporting to the Director of Employee Experience, lead Employee Relations program and investigations, providing guidance, policy review, insights, labor law reviews, and recommendations for all people actions including, but not limited to talent alignment, reasonable accommodations, corrective actions, and adverse actions.
- Design and implement employee retention initiatives and programs, engagement activities, and HR best practices.
- Have strong leadership qualities, strategic thinking abilities, and effective people management skills.
- Cultivating Relationships:
- Understand and leverage internal relationships, partnering with peers and stakeholders to achieve desired goals.
- Be able to craft coherent and effective communication strategies, adapting tone, style, pace, and medium to reach the desired audience.
- Instilling Trust: Help support our core values and help each other be accountable that all our decisions, programs, and processes are aligned with our culture and core beliefs; Focus on developing a diverse, emotionally intelligent, and inclusive culture through the development of culture initiatives that increase diversity of thought, backgrounds, and perspectives. Work with employees at all levels to develop inclusive thinking and to address inclusion needs.
- Customer Focus: Be a change agent adding value in proactive ways, bringing options and ideas forward best supporting our transformation and growth.
What background should you have?
- Bilingual in English & Spanish is required
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 7+ years of experience in as an HR Generalist or Business Partner. 2+ years of HR leadership experience.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to work both hands on and strategically with your team
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations in Florida
- Strong consultative skills and highly effective in communicating both verbally and written
- Ability to solve complex problems using best practices, knowledge of internal and external business issues to provide a new perspective on existing solutions and/or create new solutions
- Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What do we offer?
- Competitive salary based on experience and market
- Generous benefits, 401k match, and PTO (even insurance for your fur babies!)
- Employee discounts on Cirkul products
- New corporate office space with great amenities
- Opportunity to work with a best in class team, in a hyper growth company, taking over the hydration industry
- A culture that rewards results
Please review our privacy policy here.
Please note: At this time, we will not provide sponsorship for employment visas. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Cirkul is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and are committed to sustaining an equitable and inclusive, people-first environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents.
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- Fashion & Apparel
- Technology & Software
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in people operations manager jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
- Three or more years of HR generalist or people operations experience in a professional setting
- Demonstrated experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, BambooHR, or ADP
- Strong knowledge of Florida employment law, wage and hour regulations, and compliance requirements
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred by most Florida employers
- Experience supporting multi-site or high-growth teams across multiple Florida locations
People Operations Manager Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a people operations manager in Florida?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field combined with progressive HR experience in a generalist or operations role. Florida does not require a state-issued license to work as a people operations manager, but earning a nationally recognized credential like the SHRM-CP or PHR significantly strengthens candidacy. Many Florida employers, especially in healthcare and hospitality, favor candidates with multi-site HR experience and working knowledge of Florida-specific employment law.
How much do people operations managers make in Florida?
People operations managers in Florida earn a median of about $137,790 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,420 for the lowest 10% to over $232,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire people operations managers in Florida?
Employers hiring people operations managers in Florida right now include Marriott International, Target, and University of Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Florida's concentration of healthcare systems, regional banks, and multi-unit hospitality and retail brands means demand is consistent well beyond the largest enterprise employers.
Which Florida cities have the most people operations manager jobs?
Miami, Tampa, and Orlando account for the largest share of people operations manager openings in Florida. Miami drives volume through its dense concentration of financial services, technology, and international corporate offices, while Tampa and Orlando anchor demand through large healthcare systems, hospitality headquarters, and regional business services operations that each maintain sizable in-house people operations teams.
Are there remote people operations manager jobs in Florida?
Yes, and the role is reasonably remote-friendly compared to most HR positions, since much of the work involves systems, policy, and coordination rather than daily floor presence. About 19% of people operations manager openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles most common at technology companies and SaaS-adjacent businesses. Tasks like employee relations, onboarding program management, and HRIS administration are the most frequently performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a people operations manager in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as an HR coordinator or HR generalist at a mid-size Florida employer and building toward a manager role from the inside. Large Florida healthcare systems like AdventHealth and HCA Florida, along with hospitality groups such as Darden Restaurants and Marriott properties, regularly hire HR coordinators and HR associates as structured entry points. Earning a SHRM-CP or PHR before applying gives candidates without management experience a credible edge in a competitive Florida market.
Where can I find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings updated in real time. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer. No profile creation is required to search or apply.
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