People Operations Specialist

Are you passionate about creating exceptional employee experiences and driving meaningful change in the workplace? We’re looking for a detail-oriented and people-focused Operations/Onboarding Specialist to enhance and streamline our onboarding processes. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping Montu’s culture and ensuring new team members feel welcomed, supported, and prepared to thrive. You’ll work closely with a collaborative People & Talent team to deliver innovative and engaging onboarding programs that inspire and empower employees in a fast-growing, mission-driven organisation.

About Montu

Montu is a leading force in the cannabis industry with a mission to improve lives through innovative cannabis therapies. With operations across Europe, we are dedicated to providing seamless, integrated access to medical cannabis through an ecosystem that elevates patient care and sets new industry standards.

As a rapidly growing company, we’re scaling our team in the UK to drive the next phase of growth. With over 50 countries legalising medical cannabis, the potential for meaningful impact is vast – and Montu is at the forefront.

What are we looking for?

We’re seeking someone with experience in a high-growth startup or fast-paced environment, who understands the unique needs of onboarding in a rapidly evolving company. You’ll be a proactive problem-solver, an adaptable communicator, and someone who thrives on connecting people with purpose and clarity.

What will you do?

• Create a structured yet adaptable onboarding experience that aligns with our fast-paced, innovative culture
• Coordinate onboarding schedules, prepare materials, and facilitate orientation sessions to ensure new hires feel welcomed and informed
• Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires during their initial days, answering questions and providing resources to aid their transition
• Work closely with the People & Culture Manager and department leaders to align onboarding processes with team-specific needs and company objectives
• Continuously improve the onboarding process, implementing feedback from new hires and stakeholders to enhance the experience in a high-growth environment
• You’ll be a great fit if you’re a self-starter who can navigate ambiguity and is passionate about creating an onboarding experience that supports new hires in hitting the ground running.

What do you need?

• Demonstrable experience in a fast-paced startup or high-growth company, with a background in HR, onboarding, or a similar role focused on new employee integration
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and support new hires in a dynamic environment
• Strong organisational skills and adaptability, with the ability to manage multiple onboarding schedules and evolving processes
• High attention to detail and problem-solving skills to navigate complex onboarding needs
• Enthusiasm for collaborative work, with a willingness to improve and scale onboarding processes to keep up with company growth

If you don’t meet every qualification but believe you have the drive and skills to make an impact, we encourage you to apply. We’re always looking for passionate individuals who are excited to support our mission and thrive in an ever-evolving, high-energy environment.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing to 30 days after 1 years service).
• Generous pension scheme with employer matching contributions up to 5%.
• Cross-functional collaboration opportunities, including representing Montu at industry events, trade shows, and awards.
• Work-from-home flexibility and a cycle-to-work scheme.