The People Team @ PaveWere a strategic, high-impact team that partners directly with leadership to build world-class employee experience and people infrastructure. We own the full employee lifecycle - from offer acceptance through growth and development - and serve as trusted advisors who shape how we support, retain, and develop talent in a competitive market.
People Operations isnt just about administering programs. Its about building the systems, culture, and experience that will define how Pave scales and how our team shows up every day. Youll have the tools to succeed, autonomy to innovate on process, and direct exposure to high-impact company-building decisions that shape our culture, compensation philosophy, and how we operate as we grow.
What Youll Do
Employee Lifecycle & Operations Lead HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, documentation, and employee records management Execute on seamless onboarding experiences that get new hires productive fast and continually improve the process Manage offboarding processes that maintain our culture of transparency and respect Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and internal policies
Payroll, Benefits & Compensation Manage payroll processing, bonuses, and annual compensation cycles accurately and confidentially Oversee benefits administration (healthcare, 401k, leave policies, PTO) and serve as point of contact for employees and vendors Support compensation review cycles and ensure changes are reflected systemically Continuously assess competitiveness of compensation and benefits packages
Systems & Process Improvement Own and optimize our HRIS (HiBob) to improve efficiency Track and analyze people metrics (turnover, engagement, hiring speed, performance outcomes) Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and create scalable processes Build dashboards that give leadership real-time insights
Immigration & Compliance Manage work authorization processes (H-1B transfers/renewals, TN, green cards) and coordinate with immigration counsel Stay ahead of employment law changes across SF, NYC, SLC, and Krakow Navigate multi-state and international compliance requirements
Performance & Development Manage performance review processes, goal-setting, and professional development programs Support managers with coaching, feedback, and growth planning Partner with leaders across GTM and R&D to understand team-specific people needs
Culture & Employee Experience Develop initiatives to strengthen engagement, recognition, and retention Act as trusted HR business partner to employees and leadership Help plan company events, recognition programs, and culture-building activities
What Youll Bring
Experience & Background 3-5+ years in People Operations, HR, or related roles with demonstrated progression in responsibility Broad HR generalist experience across compliance, payroll, benefits, performance management, immigration, recruiting, and employee engagement Experience in startup or high-growth company environment Experience managing visa processes or partnering with immigration counsel preferred
Skills & Approach Systems-driven mindset - proficient in HRIS platforms (HiBob preferred) and think in terms of scalable processes Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices, particularly multi-state compliance Excellent relationship-builder with strong communication and problem-solving skills Extremely organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities Comfortable with ambiguity and rapid change - can build structure while staying flexible Genuine interest in compensation and our mission (we practice what we preach)
This Role Is a Great Fit if You...
Want real scope and impact without managing a team today Enjoy being close to the details while shaping how the company operates as it scales Have strong ownership and are comfortable operating without a playbook Care deeply about culture and performance and want to make values measurable Are systems-minded and enjoy consolidating tools, automating workflows, and improving how things run Have worked in a global or multi-entity environment and are comfortable operating across US and international locations Are excited about working at a company where compensation isnt just policy - its our product
Compensation, Its What We Do
Salary is just one component of Paves total compensation package for employees. Your total rewards package at Pave will include equity, top-notch medical, dental, and vision coverage, an unlimited PTO policy, and many other region-specific benefits. Your level is based on our assessment of your interview performance and experience, which you can always ask the hiring manager about to understand in more detail. This salary range may include multiple levels.
The targeted cash compensation for this position is $150,000 - $170,000.