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A company is only as strong as its people—and People Operations Managers, like you, make that strength possible. You create systems that make work smoother, smarter, and more engaging, from onboarding to retention strategies. But does your resume show the impact behind the processes you’ve built?

That’s where many People Ops resumes miss the mark. Too much emphasis on day-to-day tasks, not enough on business impact. “Managed HR systems” and “led onboarding” don’t tell the full story. Hiring managers want to see how you reduced turnover by 30%, cut onboarding time in half, or increased employee engagement scores by 25%.

As a former recruiter, I’ve seen what makes a resume get noticed. And this guide will help you refine yours. By the end, you’ll have a resume that clearly shows how your work makes companies run better, retain top talent, and build thriving teams. In short, you'll have a People Operations Manager resume that positions you as the top candidate.