Senior HR Operations & HRIS Manager

Description

As Align Israel Senior HR Operations & HRIS Manager, you will own and elevate core HR operations for Align Israel while supporting iTero and global functions. This is a high-impact, senior individual contributor role that blends operational leadership, HR systems ownership (Workday), total rewards execution, and advanced people analytics. You will act as Israel’s HR operations anchor and a trusted partner to regional and global HR stakeholders, ensuring rigor, scalability, and data-driven decision-making.

The role requires a savvy, transforming mindset in AI and automation.
This role reports to the Align Israel HR Country Lead, with a dotted line to EMEA HR Operations, and works closely with Global HRIS, Total Rewards, Finance, and HRBPs.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Core Processes
Own end-to-end HR operational excellence for Align Israel, including onboarding, offboarding, audits, employee lifecycle changes, and compliance with local and global policies.
Hands-on functional ownership of Workday and related HR systems.
Resolve system and data issues quickly and independently.
Act as the primary HR operational and benefits interface between local HR, Payroll, and Accounting, global HR COEs, and regional stakeholders.
Year-End & Talent Cycles
Lead end-to-end annual cycles for Align Israel and iTero global functions, including performance reviews, merit, promotions, and workforce changes.
Design and continuously improve process frameworks, governance, and controls to ensure fairness, consistency, and audit-ready execution.
Deliver clear insights, pre- and post-cycle analytics, and recommendations to HR and business leadership.
Total Rewards Partnership
Act as Israel’s focal point for Total Rewards execution, including salary changes, equity (RSUs), and participation in market surveys (e.g., Zviran, Radford)
Partner closely with EMEA Total Rewards and Finance on global and local compensation and benefits initiatives, ensuring seamless and compliant delivery.
HRIS & Digital Enablement (Workday & ServiceNow)
Serve as functional owner of Workday and related HR systems, ensuring data integrity, system stability, and optimal configuration. Partner with Global HRIS while representing local business needs.
Lead enhancements, releases, and new feature implementations in partnership with Global HRIS and IT.
Own HR ticketing and knowledge solutions (e.g., ServiceNow), driving adoption, self-service, and measurable efficiency gains.
Provide training and enablement to HR partners and business stakeholders.
People Analytics & Insights
Maintain high standards of data accuracy and governance and AI/data readiness
Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for HR and business leaders.
Lead the talent listening operations’ pulse surveys and Best Companies certifications.

What You Bring

10+ years of experience in HR Operations, HRIS, Total Rewards, and/or People Analytics within a global, corporate, matrixed environment.
Deep hands-on expertise with Workday is preferable (configuration, business processes, reporting, integrations).
Highly proficient in excel, PWBI, Copilot
Strong analytical mindset with proven experience in dashboards, reporting, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Demonstrated ability to lead complex processes end-to-end, influence without authority, and operate independently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence working across geographies and seniority levels.
High attention to detail, decisive judgment, and a passion for operational excellence.
Fluent English (written and spoken).
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

This role is critical to scaling Align Israel and iTero HR with rigor, insight, and simplicity. You will be a multiplier for the HR organization—ensuring flawless execution of core processes while enabling smarter, data-driven decisions that directly support business growth.

About Align Technology
Your growth and well-being:

At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.

Discover Align:

We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.

Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.

We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.

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Equal Opportunity Statement:

Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.