HR People Ops, North America

Mistral AI; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and equity

Healthcare coverage

401K with 6% matching

18 days PTO

Transportation reimbursement

$120/month gym membership reimbursement

$400 monthly meal stipend

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

Mistral AI in Palo Alto, California, is looking for an experienced HR professional to manage daily HR operations, coordinate employee onboarding, and process payroll. This role requires 8-15 years of experience in HR, preferably within a startup or high-growth environment, and a strong understanding of US employment law.

The ideal candidate will enhance HR processes and ensure the well-being of employees through competitive benefits including healthcare, a pension plan, and a monthly meal stipend. Join a pioneering company shaping the future of AI.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a startup or high-growth environment.
• Experience managing the employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit.
• Proficient in streamlining HR processes and enhancing employee experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations concerning employee inquiries.
• Prepare and process payroll for employees in North America.
• Explore and implement people-related projects that foster a positive culture.

Skills

Knowledge of US law & HR policy

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience in HR technology solutions

Service mindset

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

About Mistral

At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life.

We democratize AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source and cutting-edge models, products and solutions. Our comprehensive AI platform is designed to meet enterprise needs, whether on-premises or in cloud environments. Our offerings include le Chat, the AI assistant for life and work.

We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society.

Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between France, USA, UK, Germany and Singapore. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.

Join us to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of AI. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. See more about our culture on https://mistral.ai/careers.

What you will do

Admin & HR compliance

• Oversee daily HR operations concerning employee inquiries to ensure prompt and effective responses.
• Coordinate employee benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and inquiries.
• Coordinate visas for new hires and for teams' work trip abroad.
• Lead HR project with external vendors to deliver the best services to our Employees.
• Ensure legal compliance and mitigate the Company’s risk by having a basic understanding of relevant employment laws.
• Maintain employee handbooks.

Onboarding

• Ensure we are able to onboard our new joiners the best way; any information that is relevant to our HR systems, Office and Managers.
• Formalize contractual elements during all the employees’ journey (labor contracts, amendments, certificates).
• Take care of our HR information and tasks and update them each time it is needed.

Payroll

• Prepare and process payroll for employees in the North America region to ensure our employees will be paid on time.
• Lead any process optimization initiatives (automation, providers benchmark, etc.).

HR project management

• Explore, implement, and refine people-related projects, procedures, and best practices that reflect our values and foster a positive company culture.
• Process optimization: Continuously improve, document, and streamline HR processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Open new countries from an HR perspective, deploying employee benefits administration.

About you

Experience

• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8-15 years of progressive HR experience, ideally including experience in a startup or high-growth environment.
• Strong knowledge of the US law & HR policy, employment regulations, as well as HR best practices.
• Experience managing the employee lifecycle from onboarding to retention, and exit.
• A thorough understanding of local, national, and international payroll regulations and tax laws to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.
• Proven ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business goals and drive results.

Profile

• Proficiency in streamlining HR processes to enhance efficiency, improve employee experience, and maintain compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Outstanding service mindset
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in HR technology solutions, such as HRIS, Payroll, ...
• Hands‑on and doer.
• Builder mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity
• Healthcare: Medical/Dental/Vision covered for you and your family
• Pension: 401K (6% matching)
• PTO: 18 days
• Transportation: Reimburse office parking charges, or $120/month for public transport
• Sport: $120/month reimbursement for gym membership
• Meal stipend: $400 monthly allowance for meals
• Visa sponsorship