HR Generalist

Job Title: HR Generalist - People & Culture Catalyst, FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid Rockstars Welcome!)
About Us:
At Chai, we're not just another tech company. We're a collective of innovators, dreamers, and doers who are rewriting the rules of the tech industry. We thrive on collaboration, celebrate creativity, and are always pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our team is a vibrant mix of passionate individuals who aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves and dive into the fast-paced, ever-evolving tech landscape. As we continue our rocket ship journey, we're searching for an HR Generalist – a People & Culture Catalyst – to join us in creating an unparalleled employee experience and propelling us towards becoming the place to work in the tech universe!
Job Overview:
As our HR Generalist, you'll be the beating heart of Chai! You’ll be the go-to person, the problem-solver, and the culture architect. Partnering with leadership and employees alike, you'll ensure our culture is not just thriving but electric. You'll support HR operations with the precision of a finely tuned algorithm and contribute to programs that spark employee engagement, fuel development, and champion well-being. If you're a people-obsessed tech enthusiast with a can-do-it-all attitude and a desire to make a real impact in a workplace that's as fun as it is innovative, then beam yourself over to us!
Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Be the talent scout who finds our next generation of innovators! Manage the full-cycle recruitment process with finesse, from sourcing to interviewing and hiring top talent for a variety of roles. Craft onboarding experiences that are as engaging as a coding challenge and as informative as a tech talk, ensuring a smooth and exciting transition for our new Chai-mates. Design and optimize the onboarding process to integrate new employees quickly and effectively.
• Off-boarding: Conduct seamless offboarding processes, including exit interviews, and ensure a smooth transition for departing employees. Collect feedback to improve employee retention and company culture.
• Employee Relations: Become the trusted confidant and advisor to our team. Help resolve issues with the speed of a server response, provide guidance on company policies with the clarity of well-written documentation, and mediate conflicts with the skill of a seasoned diplomat. Cultivate a positive work environment where open communication flows freely and trust is the foundation.
• Performance Management & Employee Development: Team up with managers to drive performance management processes that are as data-driven as they are human-centered. Help design and implement employee development initiatives that empower our people to level up their skills and accelerate their careers.
• HR Administration: Manage employee records with the precision of a database administrator, handle benefits administration with care and efficiency, and ensure compliance with the same rigor as a code review. Keep our HR policies and procedures as up-to-date as the latest software releases.
• Employee Engagement & Culture: Be the architect of our fun, inclusive, and buzzing workplace! Lead or assist with team-building activities that are more fun than a hackathon, events that celebrate our achievements, and recognition programs that make our people feel like rockstars.
• Compensation & Benefits: Assist in the development and administration of compensation and benefits packages that are as competitive as our tech. Be the go-to guru for all things benefits, pay structure, and employee compensation.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in HR or a related field, ideally in a tech or startup environment. You've likely seen a few code pushes and agile sprints!
• Skills: Communication and interpersonal skills that are as sharp as a well-written function. The ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization, from the CEO to the newest intern. Organizational skills that can handle multiple priorities like a well-optimized operating system.
• Knowledge: A solid understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and compliance requirements (e.g., ADA, FMLA, FLSA). Familiarity with HRIS systems and tools – you know your way around a database!
• Personality: A genuine passion for people, culture, and all things tech! A team player who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, and constantly evolving work environment. A can-do-it-all attitude is a must!

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package that will make you smile.
• A flexible, hybrid work environment where you can choose your own adventure.
• A fun, inclusive culture that values innovation, creativity, and work-life balance – we work hard, but we play harder!
• Opportunities for career development and growth at a company that's going places.
• Regular team-building events, happy hours, and other fun company activities that will make you feel like you're part of something special.

How to Apply:
Ready to join our team of tech enthusiasts and culture champions? We can't wait to meet you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you're excited to join Chai and how your can-do-it-all attitude will help us build the best place to work in tech.