Job Description

Our client is a growing, well financed, AI startup based in Palo Alto, looking to make their first dedicated HR hire, where you’ll be both a strategic partner and a hands-on operator. You’ll help shape culture, manage day-to-day people operations, support leadership on organizational decisions, and develop processes for every aspect of the employee experience. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take a lead role while still "rolling up their sleeves"! This is a great team that is growing and a hybrid environment with 1-2 days in their Palo Alto office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR policies, programs, and procedures suited for a growing startup
• Lead full-cycle recruiting and onboarding in collaboration with team leads
• Manage employee benefits plans and their administration
• Support performance management, feedback processes, and professional development
• Oversee compliance with employment laws and HR best practices
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership and a sounding board to employees
• Help organize team offsites, events, and culture-building moments

Requirements:

• 4+ years of HR experience, ideally in high-growth or startup environments
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats and building from scratch
• Strong knowledge of California labor laws and HR compliance
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Passionate about fostering inclusive, people-first cultures

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