People Programs Manager

Role Overview

• Own and scale high-impact people programs
• Lead the end-to-end design, execution, and continuous improvement of core people programs, including: New hire journey, Growth (performance) cycles, Manager enablement and development, Individual contributor learning and development
• Design programs with employee experience and growth as a core priority, ensuring each touchpoint feels intentional, inclusive, and aligned with Snorkel’s culture.
• Serve as a key in-person facilitator and host for onboarding sessions, manager training, and learning experiences, bringing enthusiasm, warmth, and energy to how Snorkelers experience People programs.
• Ensure programs are operationally excellent, delivered on time, and clearly communicated.
• Support change management as programs evolve, driving adoption and shared understanding while remaining pragmatic and nimble for our size and stage.
• Build and manage detailed program plans, timelines, and dependencies across multiple initiatives.
• Bring creativity and fresh thinking to your program design, providing innovative ideas and solutions to the key lifecycle programs that employees and managers experience here.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to ensure smooth and effective execution.
• Anticipate risks, resolve issues, and lead retrospectives to improve future iterations.
• Partner closely with the HRBP team to design tools, training, and live learning experiences that help managers lead effectively.
• Create clear documentation, playbooks, and manager-facing resources that are practical and easy to apply.
• Support managers through critical moments such as performance reviews, feedback and coaching conversations, and compensation discussions.
• Define success metrics for people programs and evaluate impact using both qualitative and quantitative feedback.
• Analyze surveys, participation metrics, and retrospectives to identify insights and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with the People Data and Operations Manager on reporting and measurement.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in Learning & Development, People Programs, HR Program Management, or a related role.
• Proven experience owning and executing people programs end-to-end, such as onboarding, performance management, or manager development.
• Strong program management skills, including planning, execution, stakeholder coordination, and iteration.
• A genuine passion for employee experience, learning, and in-person engagement, with energy for facilitating discussions and building connection.
• Experience supporting and coaching managers through structured programs and periods of change, including performance reviews, feedback cycles, and compensation conversations.
• Comfort using data to assess program effectiveness and inform improvements.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Experience working in a fast-growing or scaling environment. Tech experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities