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Remote director of human resources and administration jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like technology, healthcare, financial services, and professional services, where distributed teams depend on senior HR leadership to manage people operations without a physical headquarters. Remote-first companies and high-growth startups are among the most active employers hiring for this role. Employers hiring remotely right now include IQVIA, Respiris, and Whatnot. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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People Operations Specialist
Remote, US/ Pune, India
About HG
HG Insights is the pioneer of Revenue Growth Intelligence. For more than a decade, we have delivered comprehensive, AI-driven datasets on B2B buyers, technology adoption, IT spend, and buyer intent, sourced from billions of data points.
Today, we are a trusted partner to Fortune 500 technology companies, hyperscalers, and innovative B2B vendors seeking precise go-to-market analytics and decision-making. Through an evolving suite of AI agents that incorporate first-party data and buyer signals, HG Insights enables AI-powered GTM automation across sales, marketing, RevOps, and data analytics teams, modernizing GTM execution from strategy through activation.
About the Role
At HG Insights, our people are everything and this role exists to make sure they feel that every single day. We are looking for a People Operations Specialist who is not just experienced, but genuinely passionate about building people functions that work. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role for someone who has been in the trenches of building HR from the ground up ideally in a fast-moving, high-growth technology environment and who knows what it takes to create structure, clarity and consistency without losing the human touch along the way. You will be reporting to the Senior Director, People and will be the engine behind our People team across the region executing with precision, consistency and care while our People leaders set the strategy and roadmap.
This role was created because our US people's needs have grown significantly and the complexity that comes with that growth deserves dedicated, expert attention. From contracts and benefits administration to immigration law and policy writing, you will own the pieces of our US people function that require real depth, real expertise and real commitment to getting things right. If you are a high-agency builder who thrives on taking ownership and turning ambiguity into structure, this role is for you. We need someone who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and do the heavy lifting, but who also wants the autonomy to design, iterate, and scale the processes that define our People Experience.
- Own the drafting, review and management of all AMER employment contracts, offer letters, amendments and separation agreements
- Ensure all employment documentation is legally compliant, up to date and aligned with US federal and state requirements
- Partner with legal counsel where required on complex or non-standard employment arrangements
- Own end-to-end US benefits administration health, dental, vision, 401(k), wellness reimbursements and all ancillary benefits
- Manage open enrolment processes, vendor relationships and employee benefits queries with accuracy and care
- Ensure benefits programmes are competitive, compliant and clearly communicated to all US employees
- Design, write and maintain US people policies that are legally compliant, clearly written and genuinely employee-friendly
- Proactively track changes in AMER federal and state employment law and update policies and practices before they become a problem
- Ensure our US Employee Handbook is current, consistent and reflects who we are as a company
- Manage all US immigration processes including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, green card sponsorship and I-9 compliance
- Partner with external immigration counsel to ensure timely and accurate processing of all visa and work authorisation cases
- Serve as the internal point of expertise on immigration matters advising employees and managers with clarity and confidence
- Support the full US employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding ensuring every touchpoint is smooth, consistent and handled with care
- Be the trusted, go-to person for US employees on all people-related queries and processes
- Partner with the broader global People team to ensure US processes are aligned with global standards and frameworks
- Support HRIS data integrity, reporting accuracy and system adoption across all people platforms
- Partner with senior People leaders to evaluate, select and implement the HR systems and tools that will power our people function
- Drive employee engagement initiatives, pulse surveys and action planning globally
- Collaborate closely with Finance, IT, Talent Acquisition and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, streamline operations and elevate the overall employee experience end to end.
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years of progressive HR / People experience with strong US specific expertise
- Proven experience in a SMB SaaS or technology company you understand the pace, the constraints and the opportunity
- Hands-on experience with US benefits administration you have managed open enrolment, vendor relationships and employee queries
- Hands-on experience with one or more HRIS platforms such as Workday, Namely, BambooHR, SAP SuccessFactors, Rippling or Lattice with proven ability to implement, optimise and manage these systems at scale
- Strong knowledge of US employment law across federal and multiple state jurisdictions
- Demonstrable experience managing US immigration processes H-1B, OPT, green card and I-9 compliance
- Excellent policy writing skills you can translate complex legal requirements into clear, readable language
- Experience drafting and reviewing employment contracts and separation agreements
- A self-starter who takes ownership, operates with high integrity and thrives in a lean, fast-moving environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting a global People team across multiple regions
- Exposure to compensation benchmarking and total rewards in a US tech environment
- Experience leveraging AI tools to improve HR processes and efficiency
What we offer/Benefits
We take care of our people fully and genuinely. Every HG Insights employee receives comprehensive healthcare coverage for themselves and their families, a monthly wellness reimbursement and access to Able To professional mental health coaching for stress, anxiety and depression support as per the regions. For your financial future, US employees benefit from a 401(k) with up to 5% company matching and UK and India employees are enrolled in a pension scheme. Every employee also receives stock options because the people who build this company should share in its success.
A remote first role within the United States/India, complemented by periodic travel to HG Insights hub locations for key business and team engagements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
HG Insights is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event of a recruiter or agency submitting a resume or candidate without a signed agreement being in place, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire such candidates without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of HG Insights.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Non-Profit & Social Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote director of human resources and administration jobs.
- 7 or more years of progressive HR leadership experience across multiple HR functions
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred or required
- Demonstrated experience managing benefits administration, compensation programs, and compliance
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms and applicant tracking systems
- Experience overseeing administrative functions such as facilities, records management, or vendor contracts
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Remote director roles require clear, structured written communication. Use your cover letter and application materials to show you can convey complex HR strategy, policy decisions, and sensitive employee matters in writing, since that's how remote directors operate daily.
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Name the HRIS platforms, performance management tools, and remote collaboration systems you've used to manage distributed workforces. Remote employers screen for candidates who can run HR operations through technology rather than in-person oversight.
Remote Director of Human Resources and Administration Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote director of human resources and administration job?
Target companies that already operate with distributed teams, since those employers understand remote HR leadership and have built the infrastructure for it. Remote hiring managers screen heavily for async communication skills, the ability to drive policy and culture without in-person presence, and proficiency with HRIS platforms and remote collaboration tools. Candidates who can show measurable outcomes from previous remote or hybrid environments, such as improved retention rates or successful distributed onboarding programs, stand out.
Which companies hire remote director of human resources and administrations?
Companies hiring remote director of human resources and administrations right now include IQVIA, Respiris, and Whatnot, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology firms, venture-backed startups, and professional services companies with geographically distributed workforces are among the most consistent hirers for this role.
Can you get a remote director of human resources and administration job with no experience?
Yes, but remote director-level roles are senior positions, so the bar for independent, self-directed work is high from day one. Entry paths include HR business partner or senior manager roles at remote-first companies where you can build a visible record of leading distributed teams. Demonstrating specific outcomes, such as scaling an HRIS rollout or reducing turnover on a remote team, can substitute for traditional years-in-role experience.
Do you need a degree for remote director of human resources and administration jobs?
Not always, though most remote employers list a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field as a baseline expectation at the director level. What carries more weight in practice is a demonstrated history of leading HR functions in distributed environments, relevant certifications such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR, and measurable results from past people-operations work.
Which industries hire the most remote director of human resources and administrations?
The sectors hiring the most remote director of human resources and administrations are Technology & Software, Non-Profit & Social Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely heavily on distributed teams and need senior HR leadership that can operate effectively without a centralized physical office.
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