At Hudl, we build great teams. We hire the best of the best to ensure you’re working with people you can constantly learn from. You’re trusted to get your work done your way while testing the limits of what’s possible and what’s next. We work hard to provide a culture where everyone feels supported, and our employees feel it—their votes helped us become one of Newsweek's Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces.
We think of ourselves as the team behind the team, supporting the lifelong impact sports can have: the lessons in teamwork and dedication; the influence of inspiring coaches; and the opportunities to reach new heights. That’s why we help teams from all over the world see their game differently. Our products make it easier for coaches and athletes at any level to capture video, analyze data, share highlights and more.
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We’re hiring a Senior Manager, HR Operations to lead our HR Operations function across Europe, Asia and LATAM. In this role, you’ll translate global HR strategy into scalable programs, policies and service delivery standards while serving as a trusted advisor on complex governance and risk management across multiple international regions.
As a Senior Manager, HR Operations, you’ll:
- Drive strategy and advisory. You’ll shape the roadmap for international HR operations, aligning global policy with local needs while acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across the business.
- Lead governance and compliance. You’ll manage end-to-end compliance across employment contracts, the employee lifecycle, global mobility, benefits, payroll and health and safety protocols across multiple countries.
- Optimize processes. You’ll leverage automation and AI to scale operational efficiency, manage vendor relationships and execute key initiatives like policy overhauls or M&A integrations.
- Develop team talent. You’ll directly manage our HR Operations Manager and coach the broader regional team, setting service-level standards and using metrics to showcase operational impact.
Time spent collaborating with your teammates in-office will be a regular part of how you work. We’re currently considering applicants within commuting distance of London or Barcelona. You’ll be expected to work more days in-office than remote, but will have the freedom to coordinate your specific in-office schedule with your team.
Must-Haves- Experienced manager. You bring 10+ years of HR operations experience, including at least five years managing teams in a global environment.
- International compliance expertise. You have deep working knowledge of employment law, payroll, benefits and compliance across multiple countries, with strong experience in European regions like the U.K., Spain, Italy and the Netherlands.
- AI fluent. You have proven experience leveraging AI tools to optimize operations and improve workflow efficiency.
- Process builder. You excel at creating scalable, automated processes across complex regulatory landscapes while balancing hands-on execution with long-term strategy.
- Cross-functional collaborator. You build strong partnerships with Legal, Finance and IT, comfortably managing vendor negotiations and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Multilingual. Conversational or fluent Spanish skills are a plus.
- Certified professional. SHRM-SCP, GPHR or equivalent certifications.
- Advanced degree. Master's degree in HR, Business or a related field.
- Champion work-life harmony. We’ll give you the flexibility you need in your work life (e.g., flexible vacation time above any required statutory leave, company-wide holidays and timeout (meeting-free) days, remote work options and more) so you can enjoy your personal life too.
- Guarantee autonomy. We have an open, honest culture and we trust our people from day one. Your team will support you, but you’ll own your work and have the agency to try new ideas.
- Encourage career growth. We’re lifelong learners who encourage professional development. We’ll give you tons of resources and opportunities to keep growing.
- Provide an environment to help you succeed. We've invested in our offices, designing incredible spaces with our employees in mind. But whether you’re at the office or working remotely, we’ll provide you the tech you need to do your best work.
- Support your wellbeing. Depending on location, we offer medical and retirement benefits for employees—but no matter where you’re located, we have resources like our Employee Assistance Program and employee resource groups to support your mental health.
The base salary range for this role is displayed below—starting salaries will typically fall near the middle of this range.
We make compensation decisions based on an individual's experience, skills and education in line with our internal pay equity practices.
This role will also be eligible for a long-term incentive (LTI) award. Any bonuses awarded are based on individual and company performance paid at Hudl's discretion.
Hudl is an equal opportunity employer. Through our actions, behaviors and attitude, we’ll create an environment where everyone, no matter their differences, feels like they belong.
We offer resources to ensure our employees feel safe bringing their authentic selves to work, including employee resource groups and communities. But we recognize there’s ongoing work to be done, which is why we track our efforts and commitments in annual inclusion reports.
We also know imposter syndrome is real and the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply—we’d love to hear from you.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years of HR operations experience
- At least five years managing teams in a global environment
- Deep knowledge of employment law, payroll, benefits, and compliance across multiple countries
- Strong experience in European regions including the U.K., Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands
- Proven experience leveraging AI tools to optimize operations and workflow efficiency
- Ability to create scalable, automated processes across complex regulatory environments
- Experience managing vendor negotiations and influencing senior stakeholders
- Conversational or fluent Spanish skills
- SHRM-SCP, GPHR, or equivalent certification
- Master’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field
Hudl Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hudl and has not been reviewed or approved by Hudl.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as a standout, with employee medical premiums covered alongside standard dental/vision and additional wellness supports like fitness credits and EAP counseling. The health offering is repeatedly framed as above typical tech packages and a meaningful offset in total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is described as generous, with distinct paid leave lengths for birth and non-birth/adopt/foster parents and added financial support for fertility, adoption, and surrogacy. Family-oriented support is further reinforced by on-site childcare availability at the Lincoln HQ.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are described as broad and flexible, including flexible/unlimited PTO, company-wide breaks, and a paid sabbatical every five years. Flexibility in scheduling and remote/hybrid options is presented as a consistent part of the overall rewards experience.
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Hudl is a pioneer in performance analysis technology, now helping more than 200K teams in 40+ global sports prepare for and stay ahead of the competition. Every product, feature and tool is designed with one purpose in mind: to ensure coaches and athletes make every moment count. A complete suite of video and data products ensures coaches have the insights they need and athletes get the shot they deserve. From grassroots to the pros, more than 6M users utilize Hudl's best-in-class software, hardware and services, including online coaching tools, mobile and desktop apps, smart cameras, analytics, professional consultation and more. Founded in 2006 in Lincoln, Nebraska, Hudl now has more than 3,200 employees operating out of 17 countries. With a global team of engineers, analysts and support, Hudl is building the world’s most powerful network of sports video and data.
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