The PeopleOps Lead will support managers and employees across the APAC region by offering resources, driving people strategies, coaching leaders, and enhancing workplace culture and wellbeing.
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Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.
We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.
It’s a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.
We’re looking for a PeopleOps Lead to join our team and support our amazing people across Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. In this role, you’ll be key to managers and leaders across the region - helping them build strong teams, supporting growth and development, and ensuring we’re delivering a consistent, high-quality employee experience.
This is a strategic and hands-on role, perfect for someone who’s excited about shaping the future of work across diverse geographies and cultures. You’ll work closely with our global PeopleOps team and local leaders to make sure our people feel supported, empowered, and connected - no matter where they are.
What you’ll be doing
💡 Enabling our People
- Provide managers with tools, resources, and support to lead their teams with confidence.
- Help teams navigate performance conversations, growth opportunities, and (when needed) tough decisions or uncomfortable topics - always with empathy and fairness.
- Work closely with our global career development and performance frameworks to ensure they apply and are utilised in a local context.
🌏 Leading Mobility and Cross-Team Movement
- Make sure employees have a great experience when relocating, going on secondments, or moving between teams and countries.
- Act as the go-to facilitator for mobility questions and cross-border coordination in APAC.
🎯 Driving People Strategy
- Work with global PeopleOps, and leaders in the region, to prioritise and roll out PeopleOps initiatives.
Use data, insights, and feedback to shape our approach to performance, engagement, and team development.
🧭 Coaching and Team Design
- Coach leaders through team changes, organisational planning, and leadership challenges.
- Support mediation and conflict resolution when needed - always with an eye toward building stronger, healthier teams.
- Work with the L&D team to identify and shape learning programs based on what you’re seeing in the field.
❤️ Championing Culture & Wellbeing
- Keep a close eye on wellbeing, engagement, and team health in the region - and take action where needed through our managers and leaders.
- Help us build inclusive, people-first practices that reflect the needs and cultures, while staying aligned with our global values.
- Lead or support initiatives that build belonging and bring our culture to life across remote and hybrid teams.
🛠️ Jumping Into Strategic Projects
- Get involved in global PeopleOps initiatives that impact the business and our people experience.
- Support integration efforts when new teams or businesses join us.
- Help represent our brand in external people-focused events or partnerships in the region.
You’ll thrive in this role if you...
- Have experience as a senior in the People space, with a strong focus on the APAC region (especially Australia, New Zealand).
- Know how to balance strategic thinking with getting things done.
- Have strong knowledge of employment practices and labor laws in Australia and NewZealand - experience of the same within Japan is preferable.
- Are a strong communicator - regularly working with, reporting to, and updating others in the People and Capability team across the globe.
- Are a great coach, listener, and problem-solver - especially when things get tricky.
- Love building strong relationships and working across cultures and time zones.
- Are comfortable in a fast-paced, remote-first environment and enjoy working with autonomy.
Why you’ll love working here
- Impact from day one: Your work will shape the experience of our teams across three dynamic markets.
- A values-driven team: We care deeply about people, inclusion, and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Flexibility & trust: We’re felxible, results-focused, and serious about work-life balance.
- Growth & connection: Whether it’s through coaching, mentorship, or global collaboration, you’ll always be learning and growing here - we’re manager led so you’re always helping shape and support our people through connection and collaboration.
Kraken is a certified Great Place to Work in France, Germany, Spain, Japan and Australia. In the UK we are one of the Best Workplaces on Glassdoor with a score of 4.7. Check out our Welcome to the Jungle site (FR/EN) to learn more about our teams and culture.
Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. If you have any specific accommodations or a unique preference, please contact us at [email protected] and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!
Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Kraken, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. We consider all applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. U.S. based candidates can learn more about their EEO rights here.
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