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AVP, HR Operations & Technology

Centific

East Palo Alto, CA, US$175k – $227konsite

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About Centific Centific is a frontier AI data foundry that curates diverse, high-quality data, using our purpose-built technology platforms to empower the Magnificent Seven and our enterprise clients with safe, scalable AI deployment. Our team includes more than 150 PhDs and data scientists, along with more than 4,000 AI practitioners and engineers. We harness the power of an integrated solution ecosystem—comprising industry-leading partnerships and 1.8 million vertical domain experts in more than 230 markets—to create contextual, multilingual, pre-trained datasets; fine-tuned, industry-specific LLMs; and RAG pipelines supported by vector databases. Our zero-distance innovation™ solutions for GenAI can reduce GenAI costs by up to 80% and bring solutions to market 50% faster.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between AI creators and industry leaders by bringing best practices in GenAI to unicorn innovators and enterprise customers. We aim to help these organizations unlock significant business value by deploying GenAI at scale, helping to ensure they stay at the forefront of technological advancement and maintain a competitive edge in their respective markets. About Job About Us  

Centific is a frontier AI data foundry that curates diverse, high-quality data, using our purpose-built technology platforms to empower the Magnificent Seven and our enterprise clients with safe, scalable AI deployment. Our team includes more than 150 PhDs and data scientists, along with more than 4,000 AI practitioners and engineers. We harness the power of an integrated solution ecosystem—comprising industry-leading partnerships and 1.8 million vertical domain experts in more than 230 markets—to create contextual, multilingual, pre-trained datasets; fine-tuned, industry-specific LLMs; and RAG pipelines supported by vector databases. Our zero-distance innovation™ solutions for GenAI can reduce GenAI costs by up to 80% and bring solutions to market 50% faster.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between AI creators and industry leaders by bringing best practices in GenAI to unicorn innovators and enterprise customers. We aim to help these organizations unlock significant business value by deploying GenAI at scale, helping to ensure they stay at the forefront of technological advancement and maintain a competitive edge in their respective markets.

The Role  

The Associate Vice President, HR Operations & Technology is a senior global leadership role responsible for the end-to-end design, delivery, and continuous improvement of HR operations and technology across the organization. Reporting to the   CHRO,   you will own the infrastructure that powers our   people function —   from HRIS platforms and HR data integrity to compensation administration, immigration, compliance, and benefits — while driving an ambitious agenda to embed AI into how we work.  

This is a high-impact role for a leader who combines operational rigor with a forward-looking technology vision, and who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment.  

What   You’ll   Own  

HR Operations & Shared Services  

• Lead and scale a global HR Operations function delivering consistent, high-quality HR services across all regions.  

• Own HR administration, personnel records, employee lifecycle transactions, and data management with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.  

• Oversee the global LOA administration program, ensuring compliant and compassionate management of all leave types (medical, parental, statutory, etc.) .  

• Design and   optimize   scalable shared services models and standard operating procedures that reduce friction and improve   the employee   experience.  

• Ensure HR operations are audit-ready and compliant with applicable labor laws, data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR), and internal policies across all operating regions.  

• Partner with Legal and Finance to manage HR-related regulatory filings and reporting obligations.  

HR Technology & AI Strategy  

• Own the global HR technology stack, including HRIS administration, system configuration, vendor management, and roadmap prioritization.  

• Lead the evaluation, implementation, and adoption of new HR technologies — with a particular emphasis on AI-powered tools and automation to modernize HR service delivery.  

• Partner with IT and key stakeholders to ensure systems integration, data security, and a seamless digital employee experience.  

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement,   leveraging   technology to   eliminate   manual   work   and unlock capacity across the HR team.  

People Analytics & Reporting  

• Build and mature a global HR analytics capability, delivering actionable workforce insights to senior leaders and the Board.  

• Establish data governance standards and ensure HR data integrity across all platforms.  

• Develop and own key HR metrics, dashboards, and compliance reporting for global operations.  

Compensation & Benefits  

• Partner   with the company Leadership   develop   and   evolve   Centific’s   global compensation and benefits strategy, design, and administration, ensuring competitive,   equitable , and compliant programs.  

• Manage Total Rewards   talent   to support annual compensation cycles, benchmarking, and job   architecture.  

• Manage relationships with   benefits   brokers, carriers, and vendors across regions.  

Immigration  

• Own the company’s global immigration program, managing case workflows, vendor relationships, and employee experience for all visa and work authorization matters.  

• Ensure compliance with country-specific immigration regulations and proactively manage risk.  

What   You’ll   Bring  

Experience  

• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in   a senior   HR Operations or HR Technology leadership role in a global organization.  

• Demonstrated success leading HR shared services or HR operations functions at scale.  

• Deep HRIS   expertise   — h

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