US-Based Part-Time HR Generalist - Hybrid in SF

LegalOn; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

LegalOn Technologies, Inc. in San Francisco is seeking a US-based HR Generalist to join as part-time, approximately 16–20 hours weekly during US Pacific Time.

You'll partner with Tokyo HR and our Legal team to manage multi-state compliance, onboarding, payroll support, and employee relations, with in-office presence roughly one day per week. The role offers growth potential as scope and hours evolve.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR generalist experience in the US, including off-boarding and employee relations.
• Deep knowledge of US employment law, especially California, with multi-state capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with final pay, severance, COBRA, and benefits administration.
• Experience collaborating asynchronously with teams abroad (Japan) using Slack/Notion.

Responsibilities

• Own multi-state HR compliance, including filings, postings, notices, and a compliance calendar.
• Handle paper filings and mail at the SF office and consult with local tax advisors.
• Manage off-boarding, including final pay, severance, and equipment returns.
• Lead involuntary separations in partnership with Legal, including terminations and documentation.
• Support employee relations, leaves, accommodations, performance, and promotions in collaboration with Tokyo HR and Legal.
• Serve as the local contact for benefits brokers and COBRA inquiries.
• Assist with semi-monthly payroll follow-up to ensure timely timesheet submission.
• Help update the employee handbook and multi-state policies with Legal.

Skills

HR generalist experience

US employment law

Cross-team collaboration

Multi-state compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

PHR or SHRM-CP certification

Tools

Rippling

Slack

Notion

Job description

LegalOn Technologies, Inc. in San Francisco is seeking a US-based HR Generalist to join as part-time, approximately 16–20 hours weekly during US Pacific Time.

You'll partner with Tokyo HR and our Legal team to manage multi-state compliance, onboarding, payroll support, and employee relations, with in-office presence roughly one day per week. The role offers growth potential as scope and hours evolve.