People Operations Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

People Operations Manager jobs in Massachusetts are in steady demand across the state's dense concentration of technology, biotech, financial services, and higher education employers, with openings at every level from coordinator-track roles through senior and director-level positions. Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham are the primary hiring centers, where companies like Wayfair, Fidelity Investments, and Massachusetts General Hospital consistently recruit people operations talent. The most sought-after specialties right now are HR business partnering, compensation and benefits design, and HR systems administration tied to Workday and similar platforms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles121+
Top employerTarget
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring60
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryScience

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Target
Human Resources Expert
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Human Resources Expert
Target
Westborough, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$18.25 - $27.4/hr
10,000+

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PAM Health
Human Resources Coordinator - FT Days | Stoughton Specialty
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Human Resources Coordinator - FT Days | Stoughton Specialty
PAM Health
Stoughton, Massachusetts
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
$21 - $29/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Director of Human Resources People and Culture | Marriott Boston Quincy
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Director of Human Resources People and Culture | Marriott Boston Quincy
Marriott Boston Quincy
Quincy, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$110k - $125k/yr

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YMCA
Human Resources Associate and Payroll Administrator
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Human Resources Associate and Payroll Administrator
YMCA
Worcester, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Amazon.com
HR Partner, Human Resources
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HR Partner, Human Resources
Amazon.com
Charlton, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$51k - $90k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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People Operations Manager Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Worcester
7 jobs
Cambridge
6 jobs
Beverly
3 jobs
Brockton
3 jobs
Lawrence
3 jobs
Burlington
3 jobs
Newton
2 jobs
Quincy
2 jobs

People Operations Manager Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Target
Target4 open roles
Transdev
Transdev3 open roles
Boston University
Boston University3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Science & Research
  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Education
  • Staffing & Recruiting

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in people operations manager jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
  • Three or more years of HR generalist or people operations experience in a professional setting
  • Hands-on experience administering HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or BambooHR
  • Working knowledge of Massachusetts employment law including the PFML program and wage act
  • PHR or SHRM-CP certification strongly preferred by mid-market and enterprise Massachusetts employers
  • Demonstrated experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations simultaneously

People Operations Manager Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a people operations manager in Massachusetts?

Most people operations managers in Massachusetts enter the field through a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or organizational psychology, followed by several years in generalist HR or recruiting roles. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license for this role. However, earning a PHR through HRCI or a SHRM-CP significantly improves candidacy at the technology, biotech, and financial services firms that dominate Massachusetts hiring. Many professionals start as HR coordinators or recruiters before moving into a people operations manager role.

How much do people operations managers make in Massachusetts?

People operations managers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $181,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $99,990 for the lowest 10% to over $315,700 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire people operations managers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring people operations managers in Massachusetts right now include Target, Transdev, and Boston University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's mix of large anchor institutions, growth-stage biotech companies, and established financial services firms means consistent demand across a wide range of organization sizes and cultures.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most people operations manager jobs?

The cities with the most people operations manager openings in Massachusetts are Boston, Worcester, and Cambridge. Boston and Cambridge drive the largest share of postings because of the concentration of technology companies, teaching hospitals, and universities headquartered there, while suburban markets like Waltham and Burlington attract openings from biotech and financial services firms that have moved their offices out of the city core.

Are there remote people operations manager jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than most fields, since much of the work involves policy administration, employee communication, and systems tasks that translate well to remote settings. About 60% of people operations manager openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting continued flexibility from tech and financial employers in the state. Employee relations investigations and onboarding coordination are the functions most likely to remain at least partially on-site.

How can I get hired as a people operations manager in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or HR associate role at a mid-size Massachusetts employer, where you gain generalist exposure quickly. Large institutions like Partners HealthCare, State Street, and major Massachusetts universities regularly hire HR assistants and coordinators who can grow into people operations roles within a few years. Earning a SHRM-CP or completing a HRCI exam-prep course while in an entry-level role accelerates that progression and signals commitment to Massachusetts employers who want candidates ready to move into ownership of programs.

Where can I find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and industry, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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