--- title: 'People Operations Manager at HousingAnywhere Group' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/people-operations-manager-housinganywhere-group-rotterdam-zuid-holland-4p0mtk5hfzcn' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-23' --- # People Operations Manager at HousingAnywhere Group - **Company:** HousingAnywhere Group - **Location:** Rotterdam Zuid-Holland, Netherlands - **Posted:** 2026-10-07 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-23 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/housinganywhere/jobs/8015748003 ## Job description We’re on a mission to become the go-to destination for students across Europe to find a trusted home away from home. We make every step of the rental journey simple and seamless, so students can focus on what really matters: studying, exploring, and growing. With HousingAnywhere, Kamernet, and Studapart under our roof, we’re Europe’s largest student rental platform. You’ll find us in Rotterdam, Paris, and Cergy, always guided by our four core values: Ownership, We are enablers, We are changemakers, and We are connectors. ## Your Role We are looking for a People Operations Manager to become the operational and people-leadership backbone of our HR function, driving the execution of all essential HR processes across our offices in the Netherlands and France. Reporting directly to the HR & Recruitment Director, you will maintain a helicopter view of all HR operations while you manage and mentor the HR sub-team (3HC). You will work from our Rotterdam HQ (at least 3 days per week in the office) with regular interaction with our French offices. This is a key leadership role for a seasoned HR professional who thrives on managing a team, enjoys international exposure, and combines strong labor law and operational knowledge with an analytical, process-driven mindset. ## Key Responsibilities - Leadership & Operational Management - Management: Directly manage, mentor, and foster the professional growth of 3 team members (1 HR Generalist and 2 Office Managers/HR Admins). - Workflow & quality control: Coordinate daily workload distribution, set team priorities, and establish clear operational standards. - Employee relations & Manager Advisory - Employee relations: Act as the primary escalation point for employee relations matters, Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), and workplace issues, ensuring alignment with Dutch and French labor legislation. - Manager coaching: Proactively advise and train business managers on people management best practices, performance cycles, and handling sensitive team situations. - Employee Lifecycle Supervision - Helicopter view & process governance: Maintain end-to-end oversight of the complete employee journey—from pre-onboarding logistics (employment agreements, EOR setup, visas, and 30% rulings) through onboarding, performance cycles in Lattice, and offboarding closeouts. - Hands-on execution & escalations: Act as an operational lead who steps in to advise on HR cases that need attention, when needed. - HR Analytics, Audits & Operations - Data & insights: Track and present key metrics including eNPS, turnover trends, and performance completion rates to drive operational decisions. - Annual audit support: Lead audit data submission regarding HR processes, policies, and practices in collaboration with internal and external auditors. - Payroll & remuneration: Oversee accurate and compliant monthly payroll runs (NL & FR) with external partners, calculate bonus schemes, and facilitate the Annual Salary Review process. ## Your Team You will join the People department, which is responsible for the employee experience of around 300 team members spread across 3 international locations and remote setups. The department consists of 9 team members spanning HR, Recruitment, IT, and Office Management. You will report directly to the Director of HR & Recruitment, and you will lead the HR sub-team. This team consists of 1 HR Generalist and 2 Office Managers / HR Admins, who also support HR operations. ## Your Profile - 7-10 years of total experience, including a role like Senior HR Operations, HR Lead, or HR Generalist role. Experience in Dutch HR is a must; experience with French HR is a strong plus. - Solid hands-on experience with Dutch payroll. Knowledge of French payroll is a plus. - Experience handling Dutch 30% ruling and visa/work permit procedures is preferred. - Proficient with Google Workspace (Google Sheet in particular), HRIS platforms (preferably HiBOB), and performance management tools (preferably Lattice). - Strong ability to extract, interpret, and present HR analytics to guide operational decision-making. - Excellent process-mapping skills, meticulous attention to detail, and informal leadership ability to organize and assign team workflows effectively. - Business fluency in English. Proficiency in Dutch and/or French is a strong advantage. - Collaborative team player with strong intercultural communication skills, high integrity with confidential data, and a continuous growth mindset. What’s in it for you - Depending on experience and qualifications, the compensation is ~€65K gross per year (based on 40 hours, including Holiday Allowance). - Unlimited paid holidays, minimum-based, not maximum! - Position based in our Rotterdam office with hybrid working policy (3 office days). - Flexibility to work remotely for up to 2 months per year! - 1,000 EUR personal development budget. - Complete coverage for commuting. - Personal equipment, including laptop and ergonomic setup. - Gym membership discount with GoVital or OneFit. - Dutch classes budget. - Variable pension scheme. - Diverse international community (46+ nationalities). - Pet-friendly office in Rotterdam city centre. - Team-building events and after-work drinks every Friday. ## About HousingAnywhere Group ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: An online marketplace connecting tenants with landlords for mid- to long-term rentals, focused on international students and professionals. - **Entity Type**: Private - **Headquarters**: Rotterdam, Netherlands - **Founded**: 2009 - **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed in provided materials ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: Property technology (PropTech) / Online rental marketplace - **Target Customers**: B2C (students, young professionals relocating) and B2B (landlords, property managers, universities) - **Mission / Purpose**: “Simplify accommodation renting for everyone” – making renting as easy and carefree as booking a hotel room ## Products & Services - **[HousingAnywhere.com](https://housinganywhere.com/)**: Core online platform for listing, searching, and booking mid/long-term rentals in 400+ cities. - **Tenant Protection**: Payment safeguard that holds the first month’s rent until 48 hours after move-in; provides cancellation support and help in case of landlord default. - **HousingAnywhere Payments**: Secure, automated rental fee collection with live tracking and flexible payout routing for landlords. - **Property Manager Tools**: A rental management system used by thousands of property managers to handle portfolios, messaging, and bookings. ## Market Standing - **Key Metric**: **18+ million visitors/year**; **160,000+ properties** listed; **100,000+ rentals** completed; active in **150+ cities** across 30+ countries. - **Partnerships**: Works with **300+ international universities** (e.g., in Brazil, Mexico, USA). - **Growth Signals**: Named **#1 fastest-growing PropTech company in the Netherlands** for 4 consecutive years; awarded **4th most innovative company in the Netherlands** and **1st in Rotterdam**. - **Team**: **190+ employees** representing **45+ nationalities** (40% women). ## Competitive Advantages - **Secure, trust‑focused transactions**: Money is held by HousingAnywhere until after move‑in, reducing fraud risk. - **Tenant Protection**: Coverage against last‑minute cancellations by landlords (help finding alternate housing or temporary hotel). - **University network**: Deep integration with educational institutions provides a steady flow of student tenants. - **Scalable technology**: Proprietary rental management and payment systems give landlords a seamless experience. ## Strategic Focus - **Global expansion**: Entering new markets such as Brazil, Mexico, and the USA. - **Product improvement**: Enhancing the online rental process (end‑to‑end booking, digital document exchange, cancellation policies). - **Building a safe marketplace**: Continued investment in tenant protection and landlord verification. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: International, diverse team (45 nationalities); values include “We are changemakers”, “We have ownership”, and “We are connectors”. - **Work model**: Hybrid (office in Rotterdam); modern, dog‑friendly office; flexible employment conditions. - **Benefits**: Unlimited holidays, personal development budget, discounted gym membership, free commute, flexible pension plan, language courses. - **Hiring process**: Quick turnaround (2–4 weeks from submit to success). ## Sources 1. [HousingAnywhere About Page](https://housinganywhere.com/about) 2. [HousingAnywhere Main Website (rental process)](https://housinganywhere.com/) 3. [Careers Page](https://housinganywhere.com/careers) 4. 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