People Communications and Programs Manager
Wonder
About Us
Imagine: 30 unique restaurants to order from, brought to your door in under 30 minutes. That’s what our customers experience.
At Wonder, we want to make world-class food within reach, no matter where you live. That’s why we’ve created a vertically integrated, new standard of dining that will allow you to enjoy menus from award-winning chefs and iconic restaurants across the country, all in one place. Our elevated brick + mortar locations will offer pick up and dine in options, as well as delivery to your home.
As a food-tech startup backed by top-tier venture capitalists and led by a team of experienced entrepreneurs—including some of the most accomplished leaders in the technology, culinary, and logistics industries—we’re growing. Join us in pioneering a new category of dining called “Fast-Fine”, and revolutionizing the way people eat.
About the Role
As the People Communications and Programs Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping how we communicate with our employees and bring company-wide programs to life. You’ll join a collaborative and passionate team that values creativity, clear storytelling, and inclusive practices to drive connection and engagement across Wonder.
Key Responsibilities
Program Management
Design, implement, and manage HR programs (e.g., performance management, engagement surveys, succession planning, talent development, onboarding).
Monitor program effectiveness through data and feedback; recommend improvements to increase impact and efficiency.
Ensure alignment of programs with company goals, values, and culture.
HR Communication
Develop and deliver clear, consistent, and engaging HR communications for employees at all levels.
Write and coordinate key messages, talking points, FAQs, leadership announcements, and change management communications.
Manage HR content for internal channels (e.g., intranet, newsletters, town halls).
Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with HR business partners, Talent, Learning & Development, and business leaders to align programs and communications to business priorities.
Serve as a key point of contact for HR leaders on communication planning and execution.
Project Management
Lead cross-functional projects, including timelines, stakeholder alignment, deliverables, and post-launch follow-up.
Track program metrics, report outcomes, and share insights with HR and leadership teams.
What You'll Do
Lead internal communications strategy and execution, including company-wide updates, employee newsletters, and messaging around key initiatives
Design and implement engaging people programs—such as employee experience milestones, onboarding refreshes, culture campaigns, and internal events
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. Marketing, Ops, DEI, and Leadership) to align messaging and drive participation in company-wide efforts
Develop scalable systems and templates that enable consistent communication across all levels of the company
Partner with People leadership to identify and deliver thoughtful programming that supports belonging, recognition, and employee engagement
The Experience You Have
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business, or related field.
5+ years of experience in HR, program management, internal communications, or related roles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to simplify complex topics.
Experience managing multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
Ability to build relationships and influence across all levels of the organization.
Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment (preferred).
Familiarity with communication platforms, HR systems, and data tools (preferred)
The Way You Work
You bring people together through clear, inspiring communications that reflect company values
You thrive in fast-paced environments and can manage multiple projects with thoughtful prioritization
You seek feedback and iterate often to deliver programs that resonate and scale
You build trust and strong partnerships across departments through collaboration and follow-through
You approach each challenge with curiosity, care, and a drive to continuously improve the employee experience
Base Salary: $122,000
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package including equity and 401K. Additionally, we provide multiple medical, dental, and vision plans to meet all of our employees' needs as well as many benefits and perks that are not listed.
A final note
At Wonder, we believe that in order to build the best team, we must hire using an objective lens. We are committed to fair hiring practices where we hire people for their potential and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As such, we do not discriminate or make decisions based on your race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. If you have a disability, please let your recruiter know how we can make your interview process work best for you.
We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy.