HR Specialist & Operations Manager
TLDR
Play a critical role in building and scaling HR operations while ensuring compliance and supporting a fully remote, distributed workforce.
About us:
Syllo is on a mission to transform litigation. Our product is an AI-powered litigation workspace that enables lawyers and paralegals to safely harness the power of language models throughout the litigation life cycle. Since going to market, we have gained a diverse group of enterprise customers, including some of the biggest law firms in the country, and we are quickly expanding.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced HR & Operations Manager to play a critical role in building and scaling our people and operational infrastructure. This role will lead a wide range of HR operations, compliance, and diligence initiatives while also partnering closely with the business on day-to-day operational workflows.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, energetic self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment. You bring a strong compliance mindset, enjoy rolling up your sleeves, and are excited to help design and improve systems that support a fully remote, distributed workforce.
Key Responsibilities
HR Policy, Compliance & Risk Management
- Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and programs for a fully remote, multi-state and international workforce, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (including multi-state tax, worker classification, PTO, and leave requirements).
- Serve as a subject-matter expert and trusted advisor on employee matters with regulatory or compliance implications, including performance management, terminations, and conflict resolution.
- Support corporate compliance initiatives, reporting requirements, and ongoing diligence efforts.
- Assist with vendor compliance reviews and operational diligence processes.
- Benefits & People Operations
- Administer and manage employee benefits programs (health, wellness, retirement), ensuring accurate administration and compliance across jurisdictions.
- Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure a positive, compliant, and scalable benefits experience.
- Remote Employee Lifecycle
- Design and execute streamlined, engaging, and asynchronous onboarding and offboarding processes for remote employees.
- Ensure smooth transitions throughout the employee lifecycle while maintaining compliance and a strong employee experience.
- Operational & Systems Support
- Assist in the development and documentation of company-wide policies and procedures.
- Support the design and specification of automated data flows, reporting, and analytics related to HR and operations.
- Collaborate cross-functionally on operational projects and process improvements as the company scales.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
- Experience: 4+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources and/or Operations, including at least 2 years supporting a fully remote or distributed workforce.
- Compliance Expertise: Strong knowledge of multi-state U.S. employment compliance (tax, PTO, leave laws). International compliance experience is a strong plus.
- PEO Experience: Hands-on experience working with PEO platforms and vendors.
- Certifications (Preferred): PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP strongly preferred.
What Makes You a Great Fit?
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You are a proactive problem-solver who thrives in ambiguity and enjoys managing complexity.
- You excel in asynchronous communication and leverage digital tools to drive clarity, connection, and efficiency.
- You have a proven track record of supporting compliance and operational needs in a distributed, high-growth environment.
- You’re energized by building scalable systems and being a trusted partner to leadership and employees alike.
Ready to Join Our Team?
- Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000, plus equity
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k); paid time off and company holidays
If you are an HR and operations leader who’s excited to build strong foundations in a fast-growing, fully remote tech company, we’d love to hear from you!
Syllo builds an AI-powered litigation workspace designed to enhance the legal process for lawyers and paralegals. Our platform is tailored for legal professionals across the spectrum, from large law firms to elite law schools, providing them with the tools to effectively leverage language models throughout the litigation lifecycle. We stand out in the legal tech space by merging exceptional legal expertise with innovative engineering to create robust solutions for improving access to high-quality representation.