People Lead

The role

The People Lead will own the human resources function and related systems including HR, payroll, benefits, insurance, and operations. You will set up, run, and improve these systems to support the company's growth.

What you will do

• Own HR operations end-to-end including HRIS administration, onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, and employee records.
• Run payroll operations end-to-end and review benefits charges and invoices.
• Own company insurance and benefits programs by sourcing providers and comparing quotes.
• Coordinate with Legal and IT on compliance activities.
• Engage and manage the implementation of EORs, contractors, and consultants.
• Build employee training including policies and norms for an AI-native workplace.
• Handle sensitive employee matters and information.
• Own workspace and commercial real estate including lease administration, setup, and vendors.
• Support office events and team meetings.
• Identify recurring problems and implement better processes and AI tooling.

Required qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in HR
• Have run HR/People operations at a startup or scale-up
• Know HR platforms like Rippling
• Handle sensitive situations and information discreetly
• Enthusiastic about technology and AI
• Communicate clearly in writing and in person
• Strong organizational judgment
• Practical, hands-on approach to issues
• Fluent with modern software and AI tooling
• Able to work full-time on-site

Nice to have

• Familiarity with equity management platforms (e.g. Carta)
• IT training or background

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• unlimited PTO

About the company

River AI's mission is to create personal AI owned and shaped by each individual. The team consists of scientists, engineers, and builders from leading technology companies and AI labs.