We're B-Reel — an independent creative agency that operates at the intersection of storytelling, technology and culture. With 4 nimble offices in Europe and the US, we've organized ourselves around change and forward motion since 1999.

Our simple belief is that interesting wins in today's cluttered world, and as such it's our job to make work that goes beyond tablestake. To create brand stories that become part of culture; unexpected innovations that light up experiences; activations that build fame and communities.

B-Reel LA is focused on the design and engineering of digital products. We think holistically about the product we're creating, and why people would choose to use it. Our output spans a wide spectrum of platforms encompassing web design, mobile apps, UX/UI design, product development, research, visual design, prototyping, experience design, installations, mixed reality and identity design.

We are not your run of the mill agency, we are a group of craft hungry outliers helping companies around the globe become interesting to talk about and their product interesting to use.

ROLE

The HR Generalist is a highly organized, social, proactive and innovative professional. Employee satisfaction is one of our highest priorities, and we want you to help us ensure that we remain one of the top employers in the market by being an engaged and friendly member of our team. From brainstorming ideas to help keep our community a pleasant place to work, to helping employees understand their benefits – this position touches every aspect of workplace quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• General HR/ personnel administration (I-9, W-4, trainings etc) for both our US based offices, New York City and Los Angeles.
• Make sure that our workplaces are compliant with current local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• With input from the hiring team, manages the full cycle of RECRUITING efforts including writing job posts, scanning applications and candidate correspondence.
• Responsible for EMPLOYEE RELATIONS efforts.
• Managing and Maintenance of the HRIS as well as the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• New Hire ORIENTATION/onboarding  and offboarding of all US employees.
• Being first point of contact for all US employees HR related questions.
• Owns the performance review process, keeps track and supports managers through the review process.
• Administrator of 401K plan. Serves as Point of Contact for all 401K questions/ matters.
• Healthcare program ADMINISTRATOR. Duties include, but are not limited to enrollment, approval of changes, and COBRA.
• Secondary Payroll ADMINISTRATOR; revise wages, deductions, earnings, credits with the accounting department.
• Manages the process of all PAID FAMILY LEAVE AND SHORT TERM DISABILITY Requests for US based employees.
• Supporting the CHRO with visa applications, processes and renewals.
• Facilitate, support and sometimes initiate cultural events for staff as well as team days.
• Performing ad hoc projects and other related duties as assigned such as COMPENSATION RESEARCH and cost of living studies for different US markets.

REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of federal, state and city employment laws and guidelines including but not limited to FLSA, HIPAA, FMLA, ACA, ADA, FFCRA, IRS Pub 535, 334, Key to NYC, NYPFL, Ca SDI.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• HR certifications (aPHR, PHR, SHRM) a plus.
• Familiarity with employment/ study visas such as O-1, F1 (CPT, OPT), E-3, E-2.
• Being an engaged and friendly member of our team.
• Ability to work unsupervised or in a team.
• Ability to communicate in an effective and efficient manner.
• Great interpersonal skills.

OUR COMMITMENT

• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Family Leave according to Parental Pledge
• All inclusive health insurance covered at 85%
• 401K Retirement Plan
• WFH Wednesdays
• Wellness and Education Stipends
• Anytime Wellness, Summer Fridays and more!

This position reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer based in Stockholm, Sweden._ _

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.