Head of Human Resources

Human Resources Director

Location: Brisbane, CA

Position: Full-Time

Job Description

GenEdit is a rapidly-growing, early-stage company that is developing a proprietary and novel delivery platform with the potential to transform genetic medicine. Our interdisciplinary team works together across chemistry, payload, formulation, screening, and preclinical groups to develop the next generation of gene therapies. GenEdit fosters an exciting and dynamic environment where we value impactful data and creative solutions to accelerate our progression from a platform technology to a pipeline of therapeutic candidates. We are seeking talented and motivated individuals to join our team and are expanding across all functions within the organization. Join us in Brisbane, CA, to be at the forefront of the future of gene therapy.

GenEdit is seeking a full time Human Resources Director to be responsible for developing and executing human resource strategies that support the company’s overall business plan and growth objectives. You will continue to build out our HR infrastructure and nurture a healthy, values-driven work culture as you define long-term people strategies. This leadership role oversees all core HR functions – including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, compliance, employee relations, compensation, and benefits – ensuring they are aligned with organizational goals and performed with excellence. We utilize Gusto for payroll and HR management, so hands-on experience with this platform (or similar) is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

1.Lead HR Operations & Strategy: Plan, lead, and coordinate HR policies, programs, and daily activities to align with organizational objectives. Provide strategic guidance on HR matters to senior management and act as a champion for company values and culture.

2.Talent Acquisition: Design and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent, selecting appropriate channels and managing the end-to-end selection process. Oversee hiring workflows and ensure a positive candidate experience from offer through onboarding.

3.Onboarding & Development: Oversee comprehensive onboarding processes to integrate new hires successfully and accelerate their productivity. Coordinate training and development initiatives to foster employee growth and performance.

4.Payroll & HR Administration: Manage and process company payroll and maintain accurate employee records using Gusto (our HR/payroll platform), ensuring timely and precise payments and record-keeping. Oversee related HR administrative processes in the absence of a formal HRIS.

5.Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws and HR regulations, updating policies and practices as needed to maintain compliance. Prepare and submit required compliance reports and serve as the point of contact for labor authorities or audits.

6.Employee Relations: Foster positive employee relations and serve as a trusted advisor for resolving workplace issues. Bridge management and employees by addressing staff concerns, grievances, or other issues in a fair and timely manner. Lead investigations and disciplinary processes when necessary, maintaining confidentiality and impartiality.

7.Compensation & Benefits: Oversee the administration of employee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive and compliant with applicable standards. Collaborate with leadership on salary planning and benefits selection to support retention and satisfaction.

8.HR Metrics & Reporting: Track and analyze key HR metrics (such as turnover, retention rates, and engagement) to inform strategic decisions and continuous improvement efforts. Provide regular reports and insights to management to help drive data-informed HR strategies.

Qualifications

•Education & Training: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (required).

•Experience: 8-12 years of progressive HR experience, including 2-3+ years in a senior HR leadership or HR Manager/Director role. Proven expertise across core HR functions (recruitment, payroll, compliance, employee relations, compensation, benefits).

•HR Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement HR policies and programs that align with organizational goals.

•Leadership & Communication: Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to influence and build trusting relationships at all levels of the organization. Skilled in conflict resolution, coaching managers, and driving employee engagement.

•Organizational Skills: High attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities. Capable of establishing efficient HR processes and documentation in a growing company environment.

•Bilingual Korean (Preferred): Korean language skills are a plus and will be given preference.

At GenEdit we are always looking to hire the absolute best talent and recognize that diversity in our experiences and backgrounds is what makes us stronger. We hire candidates of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, veteran status, and any other status. These differences are what enable us to work towards the future we envision for ourselves, and the world