Senior HR Generalist

Compa•Irvine, CA

11d•$100,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Compa is a venture-backed AI startup revolutionizing the future of compensation! We're bringing AI-forward tools and human-centered engineering to make pay competitive and fair, for all. By offering a premier, live compensation data platform that delivers top-tier intelligence to enterprise teams, we enable the world's largest companies to make smart and fair decisions while staying competitive and compliant. In dynamic job markets during the rise of AI, companies need the best data to stay competitive! Our force-multiplying team is powered by live data and thoughtful design, and our products have earned the trust of the world’s largest companies: NVIDIA, Stripe, DoorDash, OpenAI, Moderna, Workday, Ulta, Target, and more. Come build with us! Compa is looking for an Senior HR Generalist to help build and scale our people function as we grow. This role goes beyond traditional HR administration—you’ll be a trusted partner to employees and managers across the organization, supporting everything from hiring and onboarding to employee relations, benefits, and compliance. We move fast and operate with high ownership. HR at Compa is expected to be both strategic and hands-on: developing programs, improving processes, and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. You’ll help shape how we attract talent, develop our team, and build a workplace where people do their best work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
3-6 years of experience in an HR Generalist or similar people-focused role
Solid working knowledge of core HR disciplines—employee relations, benefits, payroll and employment law
Proficiency with HRIS platforms (preferably Rippling) and Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization
High ownership mindset—you proactively spot issues and drive solutions without waiting to be asked
Scrappy and resourceful—comfortable working in a fast-paced, ambiguous, high-growth environment
Discreet and professional when handling sensitive or confidential information

Nice To Haves

HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent
Experience supporting a multi-state or distributed workforce
Familiarity with HRIS systems - Rippling
Startup or high-growth company experience
Experience with leave administration and reasonable accommodation processes

Responsibilities

Lead new hire onboarding to ensure every employee starts with a great experience
Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions on policies, benefits, and HR processes
Support benefits administration including enrollment, changes, leave management, and vendor coordination
Maintain accurate employee records in Rippling and process all employment changes (hires, terminations, promotions, LOA)
Ensure HR practices remain compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO)
Coordinate performance review cycles and support managers in development planning and corrective action
Generate HR reports and people metrics to support leadership decision-making
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR policies, programs, and internal tools