HR Manager

Company: GenBio AI
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, we are a newly established start-up where a collective of visionary scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs are dedicated to transforming the landscape of biology and medicine through the power of generative AI. Our team comprises leading minds and innovators in AI and biological science, pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are dreamers who reimagine a new paradigm for biology and medicine.We are committed to decoding biology holistically and enabling the next generation of life-transforming solutions. As the first mover in pan-modal Large Biological Models (LBM), we are pioneering a new era of biomedicine, with our LBM training leading to ground-breaking advancements and a transformative approach to healthcare. Our robust R&D team and leadership in LLMs and generative AI position us at the forefront of this revolutionary field. With headquarters in Silicon Valley, California, and a branch office in Paris and Abu Dhabi, we are poised to make a global impact. Join us as we embark on this journey to redefine the future of biology and medicine through the transformative power of Generative AI.As our HR Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and scaling our people operations. Reporting to the Head of US Operations & People, and working closely with our HR & Ops Assistant Manager, you'll lead key HR functions such as hiring, onboarding, employee engagement, payroll, benefits, and compliance.This is a hands-on, high-impact role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth startup environments and is passionate about building operational excellence from the ground up.You are mission-driven and committed to excellence. You've worked in at least one high-growth startup, where you've learned how to focus on what truly matters, prioritize high-leverage initiatives, and build scalable processes that support organizational growth.A strong and practical leader, you know when to delegate and when to dive in. Your proactive, empathetic communication style helps bring clarity across teams, and your blend of analytical thinking, critical judgment, and creative problem-solving allows you to tackle challenges with confidence and focus.Key Responsibilities -1) Payroll & Benefits Management

• Oversee monthly payroll processing across multiple geographies using HRIS platforms such as Deel or equivalents
• Manage employee benefit programs and employee communication
• Liaise with finance and payroll platform to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits2) Hiring & Performance
  • Partner with headhunters and internal hiring managers to drive an efficient recruitment process
  • Lead HR & Operation Assistant to ensure interview scheduling and candidate coordination in collaboration with the team
  • Draft and manage offer letters, support compensation negotiations, and lead onboarding processes
  • Own onboarding experience to ensure smooth integration of new hires, and coordinate offboarding, including documentation, exit interviews, and final payroll
  • Assist in defining and implementing scalable people processes as the company grows
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee questions, working closely with international team leads and external partners to support operational and legal HR needs
  • Support performance management and internal transitions3) Systems & Compliance
    • Maintain employee data and HR documentation through the HRIS system
    • Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies in each operating region
    • Support audits, immigration matters, and record-keeping requirements
    • Ensure timely updates and accuracy across systems and processesQualifications:
      • 5-7 years of HR experience, preferably in a fast-growing tech startup
      • Hands-on experience with HRIS Human and hiring platform
      • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and sole problems; attention to detail; positive, no-task-too- small attitude, and meet deadlines.
      • Strong project management and organizational skills; excellent written, verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills
      • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs. Able to meet the cross-time zone communication need (not often, but may happen sometimes).
      • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, online tools that facilitate collaboration.
      • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.Preferred Skills:
        • Experience of working with distributed teams and supporting multi-country operations
        • Experience with Lever and Deel is a big bonus.Join us as we embark on this journey to redefine the future of biology and medicine.We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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