The People & Culture Associate is a vital role on the People & Culture Team, providing key administrative support, assisting with the full-cycle talent acquisition process, the upkeep of our records in our ATS and HRIS systems, day-to-day HR operations, and benefits administration. The People & Culture Associate will be a self-starter and problem-solver who can initiate solutions through collaboration and strong written and verbal communication. This position requires a detail-oriented person who is capable of relating to individuals at all levels within the organization, providing proactive and empathetic internal customer support and driving HR functional excellence and process improvement. The role will report to the Corporate HR Business Partner.
Responsibilities Include:
- Facilitate the hiring process, including the coordination of offer letters, completing background checks, communicating orientation logistics, and completing I-9 verifications.
- Facilitate onboarding for new hires, including reference checks, required paperwork, and system setup.
- Field questions from employees and external parties to resolve day-to-day issues in relation to benefits, leaves of absence, workers compensation, unemployment, parental leave, etc.
- Create, maintain, and update HRIS & ATS records and regularly audit them for accuracy.
- Own transactions in HRIS systems including new hires, promotions, and terminations, and reporting as needed.
- Collaborate with the team to leverage HR metrics for implementing, maintaining, and improving systems and processes to enhance employee success and deliver ongoing optimization.
- Partner with the team to submit job postings, schedule candidate interviews, and provide a best-in-class candidate experience.
- Partner with the team on Leaves of Absences and maintain the administrative tasks associated with state, federal, and benefit-level requirements.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state laws governing various aspects of HR, including ordering and posting required labor law posters for each work site.
- Collaborate with the Controller to conduct biweekly payroll reviews, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established policies and regulations.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of HR policies and our Employee Guidebook.
- Plan and facilitate the monthly company-wide all hands meetings.
- Assist with developing and implementing employee engagement and DE&I strategies.
- Build relationships with employees at all levels across the company to learn our business and gather feedback on their experience working at Boll & Branch.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with concentration in human resources or related field, a plus.
- 0-2 years experience in human resources (either as an intern, and/or HR professional).
- Has an entrepreneurial spirit and is extremely responsive, upbeat, and organized with the ability to find proactive solutions and resources
- Must be highly proficient with technology -- experience with HRIS & ATS systems, a plus.
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have a strong sense of urgency and ability to successfully manage multiple tasks/projects while prioritizing objectives; Intellectually curious with an independent, problem-solving mindset.
- Driven by the highest ethical standards and values and must be able to keep information strictly confidential.
The primary location for this role is Summit, NJ. We believe our business and our culture are strongest when we work together in person. We also know that it’s helpful to have flexibility to work remotely. Currently we are operating under a hybrid model whereby all teams work in an office a minimum of two days per week (Tuesdays/Thursdays) and may be provided flexibility to work from home on other days. There may also be times when you’re asked to work in our NYC or New Providence, NJ offices and store locations because it’s in the best interest of our business or your team.
The annual base salary range for this role is $40-70k (new hires are typically brought into the organization between the minimum to midpoint of the salary range posted depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role). It is important to note that our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size, industry, and the market and are one part of the total rewards that we provide. Individual pay rate decisions are based on several factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, scope of the role, and internal peer benchmarking. In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible to be part of the Company’s annual bonus program with a non-binding Company and individual performance-based target bonus.
The above is a comprehensive, but not exhaustive, description of requirements and expectations that may evolve over time based on business needs. You must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
What We Offer:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/AD&D insurance
- Commuter Benefits, HSA/FSA, STD/LTD, and Employee Assistance Program
- Family-Planning Services, Gender-affirming healthcare, and Health Advocacy Program
- Fitness Reimbursement Program, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and an Employee Discount
About Boll & Branch:
At Boll & Branch, we don’t make bedding like everyone else. We make it better.
In 2014, our founders, Scott and Missy Tannen, challenged every conventional standard in the textile industry, creating a new supply chain that prioritized thread quality, not thread count. By investing exclusively in 100% organic raw materials from the start, we became the first bedding company ever to be Fair Trade Certified. Today, we keep five commitments at the heart of everything we do. We are:
● Cultivators of the Highest Quality Threads
● Pioneers in 100% Organic Cotton
● Free from Toxins at Every Step
● 100% Traceable from Farm to Finish
● Committed to Fair and Ethical Treatment for All
Boll & Branch has over 150 employees, and we are headquartered in Summit, NJ, with a second office in New York, NY and a dedicated Photo Studio in New Providence, NJ. In 2019, to propel our growth, we raised $100M from L Catterton, a leading consumer goods private equity fund. We are also progressively expanding our retail and wholesale footprint. While the heart of our business lies in the direct-to-consumer online model, we also have several retail stores around the country as well as partnerships with Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom.
Boll & Branch LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
What We Do
Made Different. Sleep Better at Night.
At Boll & Branch, we don’t make bedding like everyone else—we make it better. We prioritize thread quality, not thread count. We use the finest 100% organic materials, never compromising. We do things the right way, always caring about the impact we have on people and the world. From day one, we’ve committed to partnering and honoring artisans and farmers who are valued for their knowledge and expertise—we ensure they are paid fairly, they are treated fairly, they work at will, and they are adults. Working for the Boll & Branch Dream Team means you also believe in our ongoing mission and core value of doing right by people and the world. Because of the high standards we hold, we are proud to have been the first-ever Fair Trade Certified™ bedding company when we launched, and remain pioneers of innovation in luxury organic cotton.
Our difference makes a difference, so you can sleep better at night.
