People Ops Manager

As a member of CoW DAO’s core team, you will have the opportunity to shape these essential products, and contribute to the Ethereum ecosystem more broadly.  About the role Location: We are a fully remote team, and although we hire almost globally, there is a preference for this role to be based in Europe or remote +/- 4 hours CEST time Please note we’re not hiring from the US, Australia, or New Zealand Position: Full-time contractor We’re looking for a People Ops Manager to join our herd and lend a hand with both People Ops and recruitment tasks. You'll spend about 65% of your time on People Ops responsibilities and the other 35% supporting recruitment efforts. With 30+ CoWs spread across Lisbon and all around the globe, we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and having fun while doing impactful work. We’re searching for someone innovative and passionate to help us grow and keep building an awesome team! What You’ll Do Keep our HRIS (hiBob) running smoothly by handling all employment lifecycle transactions and making sure everything is accurate and compliant Create fun and meaningful initiatives to engage the team, celebrate wins, and recognize achievements Handle contracts and manage all HR administrative tasks related to team data Plan and organize company off-sites and team-building activities to bring our global team closer together Set the standard for data accuracy and a data-driven approach, while staying on top of our SLAs for fast responses, quick resolutions, and happy team members Build and improve People processes to make them more efficient, effective, and team-friendly Offer clear and timely support to team members, new hires, and stakeholders on processes, policies, and queries Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across multiple teams and locations Recruitment: Partner with the recruitment team to attract top-tier talent and take ownership of the entire hiring process—from interviews to extending job offers Recruitment: Create a professional, positive, and engaging journey for every candidate Who You Are 2–3 years of experience in People Operations, HR and ideally Recruitment, preferably in a fast-paced, international environment You’re a people-first professional with strong emotional intelligence and a genuine passion for supporting growth and development You have some understanding of employment versus contracting arrangements Knowledge of labor laws (in any country) is a bonus You bring excellent communication skills, empathy, problem-solving, and a proactive, can-do attitude Strong administrative and organisational skills You’re fluent in English and confident working with HR systems and ATS platforms Bonus Points If You: Have a soft spot for blockchain and all things Web3 The Position: Fully remote with flexible working arrangements Requires availability for CET time zone Reports directly to the People Ops and Recruitment Lead Full-time contractor with open ended contract What’s in It for You Flexible work environment: Join our hub in Lisbon or work remotely Token plan: Have a stake in our mission and shape the future of CoW DAO Periodic gatherings: Enjoy opportunities to connect with the rest of the team through regular trips Conference allocation: Stay up-to-date with ecosystem advancements using our conference budget Learning budget: Use our learning budget to support your higher ambitions Hardware budget: Take advantage of a hardware budget for acquiring necessary equipment Make an impact: You are joining a startup where you can make a huge difference. Your work matters! Flat hierarchies mean fewer processes and bureaucracy - see more of your ideas come to life! Flexible work and vacation times: Prioritize work-life balance through our robust flexible work policy and vacation allowance Growth: If you're someone who loves taking the initiative and getting things done, CoW offers lots of opportunities for your individual growth If you’re ready to take the lead on building world-class teams in the Web3 space, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s create the future together!