Founding People Operations Lead
TLDR
Build hiring and people operations foundations, owning end-to-end recruiting and AI-agent-supported workflows.
About the Role
As the first dedicated People and Recruiting hire at an early-stage AI procurement software startup, you will build the foundations for hiring and people operations. You will own the candidate experience from first outreach through onboarding and help create a welcoming, effective workplace as the team grows.
What You'll Do
Own recruiting end to end, including sourcing, pipeline management, candidate experience, offers, and closing.
Manage onboarding, employment contracts, compensation, benefits, and HR compliance.
Help build high-performing teams through hands-on people operations and thoughtful processes.
Run daily office operations and welcome new team members and visitors.
Set up AI agents to support sourcing, screening, and recurring workflows.
What We're Looking For
At least 2 years of experience in recruiting or people operations, including hands-on ownership of hiring from sourcing through offers and closing.
Experience with onboarding, employment contracts, or HR compliance.
Experience at an early-stage startup, ideally during a zero-to-one phase.
Fluent in English and German, with strong organization, discretion, and a warm, people-first approach.
Excited to work with AI tools and build agent-supported workflows.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary and meaningful equity. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
On-site in Berlin, Germany.
Benefits
Equity Compensation
meaningful equity
Clera harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to match high-growth startups with exceptional talent, streamlining the entire headhunting process. This innovative approach simplifies the job search for candidates while providing startups with access to a curated pool of skilled professionals who align with their needs.
- Founded
- Founded 2024
- Industry
- Internet Software & Services