People Operations Manager (m/f/d)

About the Role As a People Operations Manager, you will help shape the employee experience at ARX Robotics by building efficient, scalable, and people-focused operations. You will ensure that our core People processes run smoothly while driving initiatives that strengthen our culture, improve systems, and support our continued growth. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will combine operational excellence with a forward-thinking mindset to modernize People processes, enable data-driven decisions, and create an environment where our teams can do their best work. What You’ll Build Deliver a seamless People Operations experience by managing employee lifecycle processes, including pre-onboarding, offboarding, contracts, benefits, leave administration, HRIS management, and other day-to-day People Operations activities. Help keep our People practices compliant with German labor law and internal policies. Build trusted relationships with employees, managers, and external partners as a reliable point of contact for People topics. Use HR data and analytics to identify trends, generate insights, and support continuous improvement. Coordinate visa and relocation processes to create a smooth onboarding experience for international talent. Drive the digital transformation of our People function by improving HR systems, automating processes, and modernizing existing tools. Act as a trusted first point of contact for employees and managers, providing timely support and guidance on People-related topics. What You Bring Several years of experience in People Operations, HR, or a comparable role. Strong knowledge of German labor law, payroll processes, and HR best practices. The ability to build trust, communicate clearly, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization. Experience working with HRIS platforms and other People systems is an advantage. A structured and detail-oriented approach with strong analytical skills and confidence working with HR data. Fluency in both German and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. A proactive mindset and the motivation to improve processes, solve challenges, and contribute to a growing organization Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop their expertise further. What We Offer Join a mission-driven European defense tech company at a pivotal stage of growth, where you can help shape meaningful technology, take ownership early, and grow with the business! Competitive compensation package including a bonus opportunity 27 vacation days to start, increasing with tenure up to 30 days Employer-supported pension contribution Learning & development support and team events budget Employee discounts and flexible benefits budget via Probonio Hybrid working setup depending on role and team needs Structured salary bands, levelling framework, and bi-annual development conversations Referral bonus program, dog-friendly office, and relocation support where applicable About Us ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations. As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture. If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have a real impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology! ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. You can find ARX Robotics Applicant Privacy Policy here .