Sr. HR Generalist

SeekOut • Bellevue, WA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

SeekOut is a leader in AI-driven talent optimization, helping organizations recruit, reskill, and redeploy talent through solutions that align talent strategy with business needs. At SeekOut, we believe work should feel meaningful. We’re building an environment where curiosity drives innovation, kindness guides our actions, and gratitude keeps us grounded. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Sr. HR Generalist who genuinely loves the operational side of HR and wants to own it. You’ll be the engine behind our day-to-day people operations, serve as the go-to resource for employees and managers, and partner closely with our Head of HR. Our People team is small but mighty, and we take pride in doing great work with a bit of levity. We use AI tools including Claude as part of our everyday workflow and are always looking for smarter, more efficient ways to operate. If you’re curious about how AI can make your work better, you’ll fit right in. You’ll also be working alongside a People Operations Coordinator who handles a wide range of day-to-day tasks. A big part of your role is being a close partner and resource to them, sharing context, providing guidance, and helping them grow. You’ll be joining at an exciting moment in SeekOut’s story, with strong systems already in place and a clear mandate: keep operations running smoothly, raise the bar on accuracy and follow-through, and help us scale thoughtfully as we grow. This role is located in Bellevue, WA with two in-office days per week.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of HR experience with at least 2 years in a generalist or operations role, ideally in a fast-paced or startup environment.
• Solid knowledge of employment laws, compliance basics, and HR best practices.
• Genuinely energized by operational work and take pride in accuracy and follow-through.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS and people systems (extra points for Rippling, Greenhouse, or Tilt).
• Comfortable using project management tools like Asana to keep work organized and on track.
• Curious about AI and open to using tools like Claude as part of your everyday workflow.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Basic working knowledge of immigration in a tech company context (H-1B, PERM) and are comfortable being the liaison with outside counsel.
• Natural collaborator who enjoys sharing knowledge and helping others level up.
• Embody SeekOut’s values of Kindness, Gratitude, and Curiosity in how you show up every day.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• U.S. work authorization

Nice To Haves

• SHRM-CP/PHR or equivalent is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize our HRIS (Rippling), ensuring data accuracy, clean processes, and proactive system improvements.
• Manage payroll file preparation, employee changes (title updates, manager changes, new hires, terminations), and compliance tracking.
• Serve as the team’s go-to for HR tools including Rippling, Greenhouse, Jira/Asana and more.
• Oversee our new hire equity tracker, ensuring it is accurate, current, and properly maintained.
• Look for automation opportunities to reduce manual work and improve efficiency.
• Maintain HR SOPs, employee resources (Guru), and internal documentation.
• Own New Hire Orientation end-to-end, delivering a polished and welcoming experience for every new SeekOtter.
• Partner proactively with hiring managers ahead of each start date to ensure they are prepared, equipped, and engaged in their new hire’s first days. Timely coordination here is non-negotiable.
• Manage offboarding logistics including exit interviews, systems access, and final paperwork.
• Keep onboarding and offboarding processes current, well-documented, and consistently executed.
• Be the first point of contact for employee questions on benefits, policies, and general HR matters.
• Build relationships with managers and proactively support their people needs.
• Partner with HR leadership on annual programs including compensation cycles, benefits renewal, and engagement surveys.
• Support leaves of absence, return-to-work coordination, and accommodations.
• Serve as the day-to-day conduit between employees, managers, and our immigration attorneys.
• Coordinate visa sponsorship processes (H-1B, PERM) and ensure timely follow-through on filings and deadlines.
• Maintain immigration files and track work authorization statuses across the employee population.
• Help administer our performance review cycles, including setup, communications, reporting, and manager support.
• Track completion, surface gaps, and keep the process running on time.
• Support compensation analysis and market reviews as part of our annual comp cycle.
• Use Asana to plan, track, and manage People team initiatives from kickoff to completion.
• Keep projects organized with clear owners, deadlines, and status updates so the team always knows where things stand.
• Bring a structured, methodical approach to recurring programs (open enrollment, comp cycle, review seasons) so they run smoothly year over year.

Benefits

• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA and FSA
• Stock options
• Stipends for home office, education, and wellness
• Flexible paid time off
• Company paid holidays, including Juneteenth and Indigenous People’s Day
• Paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
• Retirement plan with company match
• In-office perks: transportation and parking subsidies, daily lunch service, snacks and beverages, and wellness room

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees