Sr. HR Generalist
Bellevue, WA - USA
Job Summary
Sr. HR Generalist / People Operations
What is SeekOut
SeekOut is a leader in AI-driven talent optimization helping organizations recruit reskilland redeploy talent through solutions that align talent strategy with business needs. AtSeekOut we believe work should feel meaningful. Were building an environment wherecuriosity drives innovation kindness guides our actions and gratitude keeps usgrounded.
What are we looking to add to our team
Were looking for a detail-oriented Sr. HR Generalist who genuinely loves theoperational side of HR and wants to own it. Youll be the engine behind our day-to-daypeople operations serve as the go-to resource for employees and managers andpartner closely with our Head of HR.
Our People team is small but mighty and we take pride in doing great work with a bit oflevity. We use AI tools including Claude as part of our everyday workflow and arealways looking for smarter more efficient ways to operate. If youre curious about howAI can make your work better youll fit right also be working alongside a People Operations Coordinator who handles a widerange of day-to-day tasks. A big part of your role is being a close partner and resourceto them sharing context providing guidance and helping them grow.
Youll be joining at an exciting moment in SeekOuts story with strong systems alreadyin place and a clear mandate: keep operations running smoothly raise the bar onaccuracy and follow-through and help us scale thoughtfully as we grow. This role islocated in Bellevue WA with two in-office days per week.
What you will be doing:
People Operations
- Own and optimize our HRIS (Rippling) ensuring data accuracy clean processesand proactive system improvements.
- Manage payroll file preparation employee changes (title updates managerchanges new hires terminations) and compliance tracking.
- Serve as the teams go-to for HR tools including Rippling GreenhouseJira/Asana and more.
- Oversee our new hire equity tracker ensuring it is accurate current and properlymaintained.
- Look for automation opportunities to reduce manual work and improve efficiency.
- Maintain HR SOPs employee resources (Guru) and internal documentation.
Onboarding and Offboarding
- Own New Hire Orientation end-to-end delivering a polished and welcomingexperience for every new SeekOtter.
- Partner proactively with hiring managers ahead of each start date to ensure theyare prepared equipped and engaged in their new hires first days. Timelycoordination here is non-negotiable.
- Manage offboarding logistics including exit interviews systems access and finalpaperwork.
- Keep onboarding and offboarding processes current well-documented andconsistently executed.
Employee Support
- Be the first point of contact for employee questions on benefits policies andgeneral HR matters.
- Build relationships with managers and proactively support their people needs.
- Partner with HR leadership on annual programs including compensation cyclesbenefits renewal and engagement surveys.
- Support leaves of absence return-to-work coordination and accommodations.
Immigration
- Serve as the day-to-day conduit between employees managers and ourimmigration attorneys.
- Coordinate visa sponsorship processes (H-1B PERM) and ensure timely follow-through on filings and deadlines.
- Maintain immigration files and track work authorization statuses across theemployee population.
Performance Management
- Help administer our performance review cycles including setupcommunications reporting and manager support.
- Track completion surface gaps and keep the process running on time.
- Support compensation analysis and market reviews as part of our annual compcycle.
Project Management
- Use Asana to plan track and manage People team initiatives from kickoff tocompletion.
- Keep projects organized with clear owners deadlines and status updates so the team always knows where things stand.
- Bring a structured methodical approach to recurring programs (open enrollment comp cycle review seasons) so they run smoothly year over year.
You will be a great match if you:
- Bring 3-4 years of HR experience with at least 2 years in a generalist oroperations role ideally in a fast-paced or startup environment.
- Bring solid knowledge of employment laws compliance basics and HR best practices. You are someone who likes to stay up to date on employment laws & changes.
- Are genuinely energized by operational work and take pride in accuracy andfollow-through.
- Have hands-on experience with HRIS and people systems (extra points forRippling Greenhouse or Tilt).
- Are comfortable using project management tools like Asana to keep workorganized and on track.
- Are curious about AI and open to using tools like Claude as part of your everydayworkflow.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion andprofessionalism. In this role you will regularly work with compensation datapersonal employee information and immigration records. Trustworthiness is non-negotiable.
- Have a basic working knowledge of immigration in a tech company context(H-1B PERM) and are comfortable being the liaison with outside counsel.
- Are a natural collaborator who enjoys sharing knowledge and helping others levelup.
- Embody SeekOuts values of Kindness Gratitude and Curiosity in how you showup every day.
- Hold a Bachelors degree; SHRM-CP/PHR or equivalent is a bonus.
Our Commitment to Pay Fairness:
At SeekOut pay equity is at the heart of our compensation philosophy. Our goal is toprovide a transparent fair and rewarding environment where team members areequitably compensated for substantially similar work. To ensure fairness for new hiresand existing team members we factor in an individuals unique skills and experiencemarket data and the teams internal equity.
Salary Range: $100000 - $115000
SeekOut offers an industry-leading benefits package including:
- Health benefits including medical dental vision life insurance HSA and FSA
- Stock options
- Stipends for home office education and wellness
- Flexible paid time off
- Company paid holidays including Juneteenth and Indigenous Peoples Day
- Paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
- Retirement plan with company match
- In-office perks: transportation and parking subsidies daily lunch service snacks and beverages and wellness room
This position requires U.S. work authorization and is not eligible for sponsorship.
Our Dedication to a Diverse Workforce
SeekOut condemns discrimination racism and racial injustice in all forms. Committedto attracting and retaining a diverse staff SeekOut will honor your experiencesperspectives and unique identity. Together we strive to create and maintain workingand learning environments that are inclusive equitable and welcoming. SeekOut isproud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the inclusion of allindividuals and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals withdisabilities in our job application process. If you require assistance or accommodationsto participate in the job application or interview process please
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Discover SeekOut's AI-driven talent acquisition and management platform, designed to help organizations source, hire, and retain top talent efficiently