Human Resources Manager

Embrava | New York, NY (Hudson Yards)

Full-time | On-site with hybrid flexibility

About Embrava

Embrava builds workplace technology that helps hybrid and distributed teams work better together. Founded in Australia and now headquartered at Hudson Yards in New York, with a growing UK presence, we are best known for our Blynclight presence indicators and our Desk and Room Sign solutions used by organizations around the world. As we scale across the US, UK, and Australia, we are investing in the people function that keeps our team supported, compliant, and thriving.

The Role

We are looking for our first dedicated Human Resources Manager to own people operations across a fast-growing, multi-country company. You will be the go-to person for everything from onboarding and benefits to payroll coordination and compliance. This is a hands-on, build-it-from-the-ground-up role for someone who enjoys both the strategic and operational sides of HR and who is comfortable working across US and international employment contexts.

What You'll Do

Own the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and everything in between
Manage and coordinate payroll across regions, partnering with our US Employer of Record (JustWorks) and UK payroll provider (BrightPay)
Administer benefits programs and serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions
Maintain HR compliance across US federal and state requirements, with support for UK and Australian obligations as we grow
Partner with hiring managers on recruiting, offers, and a consistent candidate experience
Develop and document HR policies, the employee handbook, and standard operating procedures
Support performance review cycles and professional development programs
Handle employee relations matters with discretion and sound judgment
Help shape and protect company culture as the team scales internationally
Maintain accurate people data and HR systems, and contribute to SOC 2 and related compliance efforts

What You'll Bring

2+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 1 in an HR generalist or HR manager capacity
Strong working knowledge of US employment law and HR compliance
Hands-on experience with payroll and benefits administration
Experience with HRIS or Employer of Record platforms (JustWorks experience a plus)
Excellent judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, build-it-yourself environment

Nice To Have

Experience supporting employees across multiple countries, especially the UK or Australia
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
Exposure to SOC 2 or a similar compliance framework
Experience in a technology company or a scaling startup

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive Salary
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k)
Paid time off and holidays

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