Lead People Operations Specialist, Talent

VMware is hiring a Lead People Operations Specialist, Talent to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead People Operations Specialist, Talent, you'll support our people and build a great remote culture. This is a full-time, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (PST)). About the role You'll support our people and build a great remote culture, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Administer benefits and policies • Manage HR processes and the employee lifecycle • Support hiring and onboarding • Maintain accurate HR records • Advise managers on people matters What we offer: • Home office and wellness stipends • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Generous paid time off and company holidays • Paid parental leave • Competitive salary and meaningful equity How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. VMware is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • HR experience • Knowledge of employment practices • Strong interpersonal skills • Discretion and confidentiality Nice to have: • Familiarity with modern collaboration tools (Slack, Notion, Linear) • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently