Human Resources Specialist
Why LorumJoining Lorum means contributing to one of the most ambitious clearing infrastructure projects in global finance. You will help shape settlement systems that perform under real regulatory standards and institutional volumes. You will build for regulated institutions that rely on precision, predictable timelines, and regulatory integrity. It is about working across currencies, markets, and supervisory frameworks to deliver reliable, final settlement.We’re hiring a People Operations Partner to support the day-to-day running of Lorum’s people function. You’ll sit at the heart of our people operations, managing employee lifecycles, visas, onboarding, HR systems, offices, payroll and general people administration.This is a hands-on, detail-oriented role that keeps the business running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll work closely with our Head of People, ensuring every employee experience, regardless of location, is seamless, compliant, and well-supported. This role will primarily focus on supporting the US office, with secondary focus on global offices.Key ResponsibilitiesVisa & Employee AdministrationOwn I-9 administration, track work authorization expiry dates, and ensure ongoing compliance with federal employment eligibility requirements.Manage all employer of record for distributed employees.Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and documentation in compliance with federal requirements.Monitor and report on work authorization, benefits enrollment, and document renewal deadlines.Onboarding & Off-boardingSupport all aspects of onboarding: visa processing, assist equipment setup, HRIS input, and first-week logistics.Help manage orientation schedules and onboarding materials.Oversee off-boarding workflows including asset retrieval, system access revocation, COBRA notifications, and exit documentation.Office & Operational SupportOversee daily office operations and vendor coordination (supplies, facilities, maintenance) for NYC office.Support company events, team gatherings, and travel logistics as needed.Manage basic health & safety compliance and office inventory.US Payroll SupportServe as lead point of contact for our US payroll portal, covering:Payroll managementLeave managementBenefit managementGlobal HRIS & Data ManagementMaintain and update the HRIS with accurate employee data.Generate reports, track key people metrics, and support audits.Ensure employee information is consistent across systems and documentation.Global People Support & CoordinationBe the first point of contact for employee queries and administrative support.Help execute company-wide initiatives such as performance reviews, engagement surveys, and policy updates.Support Head of People with ad hoc projects and people analytics.Ideal candidateMust-Haves2–4 years of experience in HR/People Operations, ideally within a fast-paced or high-growth environment.Solid understanding of federal and multi-state employment regulations, benefits administration, and HR compliance.Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms.Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.Strong written and verbal communication; able to handle sensitive information with discretion.Proactive, reliable, and solutions-oriented. You see what needs doing and make it happen.Nice-to-HavesExperience in fintech or startups with distributed/global teams.Familiarity with onboarding processes across multiple jurisdictions.Exposure to HR analytics, reporting, or process automation.BenefitsA MacbookOpportunity to travel (if applicable)Flexible vacation policyPrivate HealthcareEmployee stock ownership (ESOP)Flexible working and autonomyPay it forward days - we offer 2 annual pay it forward days where you can take time to volunteer for a charitable cause that is important to you.Wellness days - we believe you can only work your best when you feel your best, and we know working at Lorum is intense, so we offer 3 wellness days every quarter where you can take time to re-energise.