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HR Specialist & Operations Manager

Syllo
locationNew York, NY, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

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?


  • 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!

United States - Remote Pay Range$90,000—$120,000 USD

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