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People Operations Specialist (Temporary)

Alector, Inc. operates as a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company. The Company researches and develops novel therapeutics for the treatment of neurodegeneration and other brain disorders. Alector offers its services…

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South San Francisco, CA
Company size
175–175
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People Operations Specialist (Temporary)

Alector· South San Francisco, CAView company profile

Job title
People Operations Specialist (Temporary)
Job location
South San Francisco, CA
Job listing URL
https://jobs.lever.co/alector/14f86555-04ab-4e2d-84f3-db56e3caa2a6
Job description

About Alector

Alector is a late-stage clinical biotechnology company focused on developing therapies that counteract the devastating progression of neurodegeneration. We are committed to advancing science that empowers the immune system to restore brain health. We believe that bold thinking, deep collaboration, and continuous innovation—especially through emerging technologies like AI—are essential to achieving our mission.

Role Summary

As a People Operations Systems Specialist (Temporary), you will be at the core of our People systems. You will serve as a trusted front-line resource for employees while partnering cross-functionally with IT, Payroll, Finance, Facilities, and Talent Acquisition.

You will strengthen our People Operations infrastructure through a focus on workflow design, automation and employee experience. You will apply AI to transform People-team workflows with a focus on improving efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

We are looking for someone who is energized by solving operational challenges and reimagining processes through technology.

Key Goals & Accountabilities
  • Deliver exceptional employee support! Serve as a front-line resource for benefits and People Operations inquiries, resolving issues end-to-end with speed, clarity, and care.
  • Elevate operational excellence! Ensure data integrity, compliance, and seamless execution across the employee lifecycle while proactively identifying and correcting discrepancies.
  • Strengthen cross-functional systems! Partner with IT, Payroll, Finance, Facilities, and Talent Acquisition to optimize integrations and improve data flows.
  • Drive high-impact improvements! Identify and implement system enhancements, workflow automations, and key initiatives (e.g., open enrollment), from concept through continuous optimization—including integrating innovative AI solutions to accelerate outcomes and conserve resources!
  • Rethink how we work! Evaluate, redesign, and automate workflows using AI, LLMs, and integration tools to reduce manual effort and increase accuracy.
Required Qualifications
  • You are a proactive self-starter who asks thoughtful questions and seeks effective solutions.
  • You are an active user of large language models (LLMs) with a strong interest in advancing AI-driven workflows; you have hands-on experience applying automation tools to real People processes.
  • You have experience serving as a front-line resource for employees and resolving issues end-to-end.
  • You bring an analytical mindset, with experience in data-driven or operational roles and an interest in People/HR functions.
  • You have demonstrated success managing cross-functional projects independently with strong attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 4+ years of experience in People Operations or HR in a highly execution-focused environment.
  • Experience optimizing HRIS platforms and building system integrations and automations.
  • Familiarity with California employment law and operating in a regulated, publicly traded environment.
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and opportunities to innovate.
Location:
This role is based at Alector’s headquarters in South San Francisco, CA and requires onsite presence of at least three days per week.
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Alector headquarters

South San Francisco, CA

Company size

175–175 employees

Founded

2013

Total raised

$319,500,000

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Funding rounds

Investors

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