HR & Payroll Generalist

BrightSign, the global market leader in digital signage media players, is seeking an HR & Payroll Generalist that will help will drive employee experience with primary focus on day-to-day HR operations and Payroll. This is an incredible opportunity for someone looking to join a growing organization while helping influence instrumental talent programs. This position works alongside and reports to the HR Director.

Responsibilities:

• Build strong employee relationships and provide support on various HR-related matters, fostering a positive work culture.
• Run and manage US and International payroll processes.
• Manage and own the benefit administration for all insurance, 401k plans and other employee benefits within seamlessly with our brokers and vendors
• With the HR Director, manage total rewards and compensation strategy, benchmarking, comp bands, leveling, and PTO policies
• Support employee onboarding/offboarding and internal transfer processes for the US and UK.
• Maintain accurate employee information and documentation through HRIS (Rippling) and other systems; including periodic audits and process reviews
• Serve as a day-to-day contact for employee HR issues, addressing concerns promptly, escalating and informing the HR Director as needed.
• Help develop and update HR best practices, policies and employee handbooks.
• Partner with leaders to assist with performance management, leadership development, and compliance with employment laws and best practices.
• Support various HR functions, including training & development, recognition, performance management, and leadership development
• Take an active approach to Compliance for Health & safety, Employment Law, Labor codes; Specially CA laws.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and increase efficiency.
• Assist in the creation and execution of talent development programs.

Core Competencies:

• Strong commitment to confidentiality and workplace ethics.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across the organization to support business objectives at all levels.
• Highly organized, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Comfortable with technology and focused on organizational growth.

Education and Desired Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, HR, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of HR experience, ideally in a dynamic environment where flexibility and multitasking are essential.
• 2+ years in a generalist-style role, specifically with end to end payroll and benefits experience
• Ability to manage competing demands and deadlines to support various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with California employment law is required.
• Experience with global HR practices, particularly in the UK is highly preferred.
• Experience with Rippling HRIS is a plus.

This role is remote most of the time with an in-office expectation of about 2-4 times a month in our beautiful, new, San Jose location. The budgeted base salary range for this position is $98,000-$115,000.