Head of Human Resources and Administration

Los Angeles, California

Page Executive
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About Our Client

Our client is revolutionizing the way professionals eat at work. They are a strong team of over 100+ members internationally. This HR Head would be one of the first hires in the US as they look to grow out this market.

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.

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.

Date Posted: 28 April 2024
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