Head Of Human Resources & Administration

Job Description

• Develop and enforce HR policies, procedures, and best practices in line with US labor laws.

• Oversee talent acquisition lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding.

• Implement performance management and employee development programs to retain talent.

• Manage employee relations, fostering a positive work environment, and addressing any grievances or conflicts.

• Create competitive compensation and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent.

• Promote a feedback-driven culture for continuous improvement in HR practices.

• Continuously improve HR policies and promote a culture of feedback and development.

• Oversee and manage accounting/finance operations for the US organization, collaborating with and leveraging support from the finance team in Japan as necessary. This may include supervising part-time accounting personnel or handling accounts payable/receivable, expense processing, and other financial tasks.

• Support general administrative and operational functions as required, including but not limited to office management, facilities coordination, vendor management, and process improvements.

• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities and projects outside of core HR duties as the business needs evolve in our startup environment.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent experience

• 5 or more years of HR experience; or 3+ years of HR experience combined with substantial leadership experience in other professional roles

• Knowledge of HR information systems and databases

• Comprehensive knowledge of US employment laws, regulations, and best practices; or a strong willingness to master them

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels

• Passion for working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and thriving in ambiguity

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and drive process improvements

• Proven ability to handle confidential information with utmost discretion and integrity

• Not for New York City Applicants.

• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Michael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

• Michael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

What's on Offer

Base salary range $80,000-120,000 USD annually + benefits stipend and 15 PTO days.

Contact

Melody Mercado

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