HR Generalist (Part-time)

LegalOn Technologies • San Francisco, CA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

LegalOn is seeking an experienced, US-based HR Generalist to work part-time as its on-the-ground HR partner in the United States. The HR team in Tokyo leads core HR operations such as payroll, onboarding, compensation, and performance reviews. This role owns work requiring real-time attention during US business hours, particularly multi-state compliance and off-boarding, and supports employee relations, benefits, and payroll in partnership with the Tokyo HR and Legal teams.

The position is hybrid and based in the San Francisco office, with in-office work approximately one day per week. The schedule is 16–20 hours per week during US Pacific Time business hours, with specific days and hours determined at hire. The role may grow in scope and hours over time. Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of HR generalist experience in the US, including independently managing off-boarding and employee relations.
• Deep knowledge of US employment law, especially California, and comfort working across multiple states.
• Hands-on experience with final pay, severance, COBRA, and benefits administration.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and empathy in sensitive situations, including knowing when to act, document, or involve Legal.
• Experience with an HRIS/payroll platform.
• Comfort working closely and asynchronously with a team in Japan using tools such as Slack and Notion.
• Authorization to work for any employer in the US.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing or updating employee handbooks and HR policies for a multi-state workforce.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification.
• Experience at a startup or on a lean HR team.
• Interest in or experience using AI tools to streamline HR work.
• Experience with Rippling.

Responsibilities

• Own multi-state HR compliance, including state filings and registrations, required postings and notices, and a compliance calendar for tracking deadlines.
• Handle paper filings and mail at the San Francisco office and work with local tax advisors as needed.
• Manage voluntary and involuntary off-boarding, including timely communication with managers and the HR team in Tokyo, off-cycle final pay when required by state law, and equipment returns.
• Lead involuntary separations in partnership with Legal, including severance terms, termination meetings, negotiations, and documentation.
• Support employee relations matters, including leaves of absence, accommodations under ADA/FEHA, performance management, promotions, and role changes, in partnership with Legal and the HR team in Tokyo.
• Serve as the local point of contact for benefits brokers and employee benefits questions, including COBRA.
• Support bi-weekly payroll by following up with employees and managers to ensure timesheets are submitted on time.
• Help update the employee handbook and policies for a multi-state workforce in partnership with Legal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed