People/Business Operations Lead

Every year, hundreds of thousands of businesses shut down, yet the process remains messy, expensive, and underserved. At SimpleClosure, our mission is to make business shutdowns seamless, compliant, and stress free, because closing a company shouldn’t feel harder than starting one.

We recently raised our $15 million Series A and were named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. Backed by top investors and trusted by hundreds of startups, we’re rapidly establishing ourselves as the technology leader in this space. Join us and make an outsized impact as we create innovative solutions for businesses, their teams, and their stakeholders.

We’re seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and highly dependable Business Operations Lead to help drive the core operational functions that keep SimpleClosure running smoothly. This role sits at the intersection of HR, finance, IT, and general operations, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and enjoys owning a wide range of responsibilities.

You’ll work cross-functionally with leadership to manage day-to-day business operations, optimize internal systems, and ensure our people, processes, and tools are all aligned for scale.

• Manage HR processes including payroll, open enrollment, onboarding, and offboarding

• Act as a point of contact for employee questions and policy clarifications

• Oversee office operations, vendor management, and general facilities coordination

• Support month end close (MEC) activities and budgeting processes in partnership with the finance team

• Maintain accurate financial and operational records and ensure proper approvals are in place

• Partner with IT and security leads on employee access, hardware setup, and system compliance

• Manage IT vendor relationships including renewals, negotiations, and security reviews

• Plan and execute company off-sites, retreats, and internal events

• Support the CEO and leadership team with ad hoc operational or administrative needs as they arise

• Identify process improvements and drive efficiency across operational workflows

• 4+ years of experience in Business Operations, People Ops, or a related role at a fast-paced company

• Strong organizational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail

• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion

• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and working cross-functionally across teams

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• HR and office management experience strongly preferred

• Experience managing IT systems, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations a plus

• EA experience is a plus but not required

• The role will be in person in Santa Monica

• Compensation: $75,000 - $125,000

• Unlimited PTO

• Competitive equity package

• Employer Covered Medical Benefits

• Hybrid in Los Angeles, CA (Santa Monica area)

• Two in-person team retreats a year