At Lalamove, we believe in the power of community. Millions of drivers and customers use our technology every day to connect with one another and move things that matter. Delivery is what we do best and we ensure it is always fast and simple. Since 2013, we have tackled the logistics industry head on to find the most innovative solutions for the world’s delivery needs. We are full steam ahead to make Lalamove synonymous with delivery and on a mission to impact as many local communities as we can. We have massively scaled our efforts across Asia, Latin America, Middle East, Europe and now have our sights on taking our best in class technology to the rest of the world. And we need your help to get us there!
Role
All great people teams are built on rock solid foundations - as part of the founding team in London, we are now seeking a People Operations Manager, focusing on building out People Operations in the UK and working closely with our teams as a partner to the business.
The incumbent will be responsible for executing people strategies across the full spectrum of People topics, to rapidly scale our presence and grow Lalamove in the UK market.
We’re looking for someone who has experience in a high growth startup, working closely in a matrix organisation structure, reporting into the People team based in Hong Kong, partnering with UK team management, and especially important that they are able to recruit the right people quickly to build out our capabilities.
What you will do:
As the key focal point of our hiring process, you will need to anticipate and fulfill all talent requirements across all teams, by actively developing a strong pipeline and consistently enhancing the candidate experience.
Define organization needs, post job ads and manage the selection process, actively headhunt to bring in top talent and gatekeep on our core values by finding best cultural and skills fits for the company across all business verticals. You will also use data to inform realistic hiring goals and support the requirements of the operational teams - ensuring the process goes smoothly at all levels.
In addition to having a wealth of experience gained from demanding recruitment environments, this role needs someone who can communicate those valuable insights across the company. Our ideal candidate will also liaise with senior management to ensure that hiring timelines and strategies match the company’s plans for growth.
Oversee day-to-day people operations of the business, including payroll, benefits, time off, contracts, and daily company compliance requirements.
Own the management of payroll and other company software to keep them up-to-date and effective
Collaborate with the People and Legal teams in Hong Kong on any related employment law matters, employment legislations and compliance management.
Collaborate with functional People teams on company-wide benefits programs, compensation strategy and other HR related matters.
Act as first point of contact and support for employee changes including professional development, employee performance, leave, and day-to-day support.
Partner with and advise the management teams on people-related strategy and decisions including organizational design, planning and compensation, and team building for sustainable growth.
Hiring Strategy and Recruitment:
HR Operations & Employment law:
What we seek:
Strong communicator with the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
Excellent attention to detail, reliable and well organized
Ability to exercise discretion at all times is essential
Able to prioritize, work autonomously and manage time effectively
Strong representation of Lalamove’s four core values; Passion, Grit, Humility & Execution
What you’ll need:
Undergraduate degree and a Master's degree in HR or similar field preferred
Minimum 8 years of experience in HR ideally gained in fast-paced, dynamic environments, helping to scale/manage rapid growth.
Strong knowledge of UK’s labour regulations, HR operations and local/regional recruitment specifics.
Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Native or at least business-level proficiency in English
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Skills Required
- Undergraduate degree and a Master's degree in HR or similar field preferred
- Minimum 8 years of experience in HR ideally gained in fast-paced, dynamic environments
- Strong knowledge of UK's labour regulations, HR operations and local/regional recruitment specifics
- Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint
- Native or at least business-level proficiency in English
Lalamove Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lalamove and has not been reviewed or approved by Lalamove.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive programs such as missions, bonuses, and vehicle‑sticker promotions are highlighted as ways to boost driver earnings, with occasional commission reductions further enhancing take‑home. These extras can make the platform appealing for supplemental income and busy periods.
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Healthcare Strength — Corporate roles in some markets describe access to employer‑provided medical and dental coverage. This indicates a conventional health benefits baseline for office staff.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Office locations reference paid holidays, sick leave, and some work‑from‑home flexibility. This points to standard time‑off provisions for corporate employees in select markets.
Lalamove Insights
What We Do
Established in December 2013, Lalamove was created to make on-demand and same-day delivery possible for everyone at the touch of a button. Today, Lalamove operates in over 20 markets across Asia, Latin America, and the United States connecting over 7 million customers with a pool of over 700,000 driver partners. Our driver partners operate a vast array of vehicles to suit each market including lorries, trucks, vans and cars for deliveries of almost anything of any size. Fleets of two-wheel vehicles are also available for courier services providing fast and low-cost delivery solutions. Through dedicated mobile and web apps, Lalamove seamlessly connects users and drivers around the world to move things that matter.
