About Protect AI Protect AI is shaping, defining, and innovating a new category within cybersecurity around the risk and security of AI/ML. Our ML Security Platform enables customers to see, know, and manage security risks to defend against unique AI security threats, and embrace MLSecOps for a safer AI-powered world. This includes a broad set of capabilities including AI supply chain security, Auditable Bill of Materials for AI, ML model scanning, signing, attestation and LLM Security. Join our team to help us solve this critical need of protecting AI Role Protect AI is seeking an Operations Lead to support and enhance HR, compliance, and office operations. This position will play a critical role in managing various operational functions, ensuring smooth processes, and fostering a positive work environment. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and global security and compliance partners. Responsibilities: HR Administration : Oversee end-to-end HR processes, ensuring smooth onboarding and offboarding experiences for new employees. Payroll & Accounting Support : Manage payroll in partnership with an external payroll provider, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Support daily accounting tasks, including invoice processing, expense tracking, and year-end tax filings, while working with external accounting partners. Compliance Management : Collaborate with the global security and compliance team to ensure full adherence to local regulations and protect the company’s operational integrity. Employee Support : Act as the primary contact for local employees, addressing inquiries related to benefits, company policies, and general HR questions. Office & Culture : Contribute to office management efforts and actively promote a positive and engaging workplace culture. Qualifications: Experience in HR, Operations, or Accounting : Proven experience in HR, operations, or accounting, ideally within a startup or fast-growing environment. Bilingual Skills : Fluency in both German and English. Organisational & Multitasking Skills : Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage diverse responsibilities and priorities proactively. HR & Accounting Knowledge : Solid understanding of HR and German accounting practices, including payroll, benefits, and routine accounting tasks. Experience with relevant tools for managing these processes. Interpersonal & Communication Skills : Strong communication and collaboration skills for effective teamwork and interactions with external partners. Adaptability & Process Building : Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, with a proven track record of building and enhancing operational processes in fast-paced settings. What We Offer: An exciting, collaborative work environment in a fast-growing startup. Competitive salary and benefits package. A culture that values innovation, accountability, and teamwork. Work with a team of talented and well-accomplished peers from AWS, Microsoft and Oracle Cloud. Work with best in class tools — M3 Macbook Pro, 34” Monitor, modern tech stack and high quality collaboration tools. No bureaucracy and legacy systems. You are empowered to innovate and do your best work. Spacious office in the centre of Berlin. Weekly food allowance. Protect AI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.