Senior HR Generalist, People Operations

About the RoleJob Title: Senior HR Generalist, People OperationsLocation: Palo Alto, CA or Guilford, CT (Hybrid, 3-4 Days/Week)Hyperfine is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to serve as the primary owner of day-to-day HR operations and recruiting coordination across its workforce. This role is a critical execution partner to the Senior Director, HR and is responsible for ensuring that core people processes—recruiting logistics, onboarding and offboarding, HR administration, leave management, HR compliance operations, and employee support—run accurately, consistently, and in compliance with public‐company and regulated‐environment requirements. This is a hands‐on, execution‐focused role for someone who thrives in a dynamic and lean environment, brings strong operational judgment, and can independently manage multiple workstreams while knowing when to elevate.ResponsibilitiesRecruiting Coordination & Candidate ExperienceServe as the primary coordinator for recruiting activities, including interview scheduling across candidates, hiring managers, and interview panelsManage candidate communications, follow‐ups, and status updates to ensure a timely and professional experienceMaintain accurate and up‐to‐date candidate records in the ATSSupport resume screening and initial candidate reviews for select roles; assist with sourcing for priority roles as neededCoordinate offer logistics, background checks, and onboarding handoffEnsure a consistent, high‐quality candidate experience across assigned rolesEmployee Lifecycle Operations (Onboarding, Offboarding & HR Administration)Own onboarding and offboarding processes for employeesCoordinate new‐hire paperwork, system access, and orientation logistics with cross‐functional partnersEnsure smooth employee exits, including documentation, system updates, and handoff to Payroll & Benefits, IT, and other downstream teamsServe as a primary point of contact for employee HR questions and requestsSupport day‐to‐day HR administration, including job changes, promotions, transfers, and employee data updatesMaintain accurate employee lifecycle records and HR documentation across systemsLeave Administration, Compliance & RiskCoordinate and administer employee leaves of absence in partnership with the Senior Payroll & Benefits Manager and the third‐party leave vendor (Tilt)Serve as the operational liaison between employees, managers, Tilt, and internal stakeholdersEnsure leave administration is accurate, timely, and compliant with federal, state, and local regulations, including California and ConnecticutCommunicate clearly with employees and managers regarding leave processes, documentation, and timelinesTrack leave status and maintain complete and accurate recordsOwn operational execution of HR compliance processes, including:Employment eligibility verification (I‐9 processing and record‐keeping)Personnel file maintenance and retentionRequired employee documentation, notices, and trainingsSupport audit readiness and compliance efforts (e.g., SOX, HITRUST, SOC 2, FDA, and other regulatory audits, as applicable)Partner cross‐functionally with Finance, Legal, IT, and Operations to ensure employment‐related documentation is accurate and accessibleSupport public‐company HR internal controls related to people processesProactively identify and flag compliance, documentation, or process risks for escalationHR Programs, Employee Relations & Continuous ImprovementProvide operational support for HR programs and cycles, including performance management (system setup, tracking, communications, documentation, and follow‐up)Independently manage routine employee relations matters (e.g., attendance, conduct, policy interpretation), partnering with the Senior Director, People on complex, sensitive, or high‐risk issuesSupport Health & Safety and Workers' Compensation administrationContinuously identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability of HR processesPrepare reports or presentations for People leadership as neededPerform other related duties and projects as assigned, including cross‐training on Payroll & Benefits processesMaintain working knowledge of current HR and People Operations trendsKnowledge and SkillStrong employee‐facing service mindset with experience in high‐volume or shared‐services HR environmentsProven ability to analyze issues, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive and confidential informationWorking knowledge of federal, state, and local employment lawsAbility to interpret, apply, and clearly communicate HR policies and proceduresClear and effective written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize competing responsibilitiesAbility to operate independently, take initiative, and balance speed with complianceDemonstrated ability to build trust and work effectively across all levels of the organizationStrong business acumen; understands how HR policies, procedures, and initiatives align with an organization's strategy, goals, and objectivesStrong attention to detail and process disciplineComfort operating in a lean, fast‐moving, and regulated environmentProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteEducation and ExperienceRequiredBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experienceTypically requires 7–10+ years of progressive HR Generalist or HR Operations experienceHands‐on experience supporting recruiting coordination and employee lifecycle processesDirect experience administering employee leaves, including partnership with third‐party vendorsExperience executing HR compliance processes across multiple U.S. statesPreferredExperience in public companies or other regulated environments (life sciences or med‐tech preferred)Exposure to audit readiness or cross‐functional compliance effortsFamiliarity with HRIS and ATS platforms (e.g., UKG, Greenhouse)Experience supporting multi‐site, hybrid, and field‐based workforcesPhysical DemandsThis is a Hybrid role based out of Hyperfine's office in Guilford, CT or Palo Alto, CA (3–4 Days/Week)Ability to work in a standard work environment.Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while working at a computer.Ability to use a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment.Ability to occasionally move or transport light materials (e.g., laptops, files, training materials) weighing up to approximately 10 pounds.Ability to travel occasionally to company offices or meetings as needed.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship now or in the future of any employment Visa.The annual base salary for this position is between $85,000 - $105,000 in Guilford, CT (or $95,000 - $115,000 in Palo Alto, CA). This position is also eligible to participate in Hyperfine's corporate bonus and equity plans. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate including skill set, relevant experience, qualifications, location, position level, and other job‐related reasons.Agency Resumes: We are not accepting resumes from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited resumes submitted by an agency will be considered the property of Hyperfine and will not be subject to any fees or charges if the candidate is hired.As set forth in Hyperfine's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.#J-18808-Ljbffr