People Operations Partner

Who We Are

Helsing is a defence AI company. Our mission is to protect our democracies. We aim to achieve technological leadership, so that open societies can continue to make sovereign decisions and control their ethical standards. As democracies, we believe we have a special responsibility to be thoughtful about the development and deployment of powerful technologies like AI. We take this responsibility seriously.

We are an ambitious and committed team of engineers, AI specialists and customer-facing programme managers. We are looking for mission-driven people to join our European teams – and apply their skills to solve the most complex and impactful problems. We embrace an open and transparent culture that welcomes healthy debates on the use of technology in defence, its benefits, and its ethical implications.

As a People Operations Partner, you’ll be at the heart of Helsing’s operations, ensuring our team functions seamlessly so we can focus on our critical mission. You will be instrumental in building and scaling our people infrastructure, directly contributing to Helsing's technological leadership in defence. But this isn’t just about keeping the engine running—you’ll be challenged to think outside the box, bring fresh ideas, and make a tangible impact across multiple functions.

From onboarding to employee engagement, this is your chance to take ownership of key processes, optimise how we work, and help build a positive, inclusive culture. If you’re the kind of person who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can juggle multiple priorities, and enjoys solving complex problems with creativity, this role is designed for you. This role is a launching pad for anyone ready to be a part of shaping the future of People Operations.

As the People landscape evolves, you’ll have the opportunity to streamline processes, develop initiatives that enhance the employee experience, and take ownership of key projects that drive real impact. You could be supporting to drive engagement to new levels, and ensures we’re not just following trends—but setting them.

• Keep Helsing’s operations running smoothly by maintaining accurate employee records and keeping our databases up-to-date—but don't just stop there. Look for ways to refine and optimise these processes to make them more efficient and scalable as we grow.
• Work closely with the People Business Partners to ensure each region is well supported, compliance is met, and local People strategies are effectively implemented.
• Be the go-to for employee enquiries—not only by providing clear, friendly, and actionable guidance, but also by identifying gaps or challenges in our People policies and procedures, and suggesting improvements that make things more effective company wide.
• Play an active role in organising and driving employee engagement initiatives that actually make a difference in the workplace—and always be thinking about how we can take these initiatives to the next level, ensuring they foster meaningful results.
• Support performance management, ensuring reviews are well-coordinated and progress is tracked, so everyone’s growing and thriving—but also continuously look for ways to improve how we manage performance, so that feedback is more meaningful, actionable, and leads to real development.
• Ensure strict compliance with employment laws and internal policies, keeping us fully aligned with the latest regulations, and proactively address any legal requirements before they become issues.
• Dive into key People projects related to employee lifecycle, process optimisation, benefits, culture, leadership, and more—always asking how we can make these processes better, faster, and more impactful as we grow and evolve.

• Communicate with ease and enjoy interacting with people at all levels of the organisation, whether it’s delivering clear guidance or engaging in meaningful conversations.
• Have a genuine curiosity about People Operations, including onboarding, employee relations, and everything in between, with a strong desire to keep learning and growing.
• Are detail-focused, highly organised, and can balance multiple priorities in…