HR Manager

POSITION TITLE Corporate Operations & HR Manager Position Summary In this position, you will oversee HR, labor compliance, payroll, benefits, general affairs, facilities, risk management, and corporate governance functions for a growing U.S. organization while leveraging external vendors to build and scale effective back-office operations in an individual contributor role with no direct reports. Responsibilities Manage payroll operations, benefits administration, and vendor relationships Review and approve deliverables from external service providers Ensure compliance with California labor laws and employment regulations Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities Serve as the primary HR contact for employees and management Support recruitment processes, interview coordination, and offer administration Administer performance management cycles Oversee office administration, facilities, and workplace operations Coordinate with external IT service providers Lead office relocation and expansion projects Manage workplace safety, risk management, and corporate insurance activities Administer contract lifecycle management and statutory filing schedules Support board-related governance activities Liaise with the parent organization and assist with reporting requirements Qualifications 5+ years of HR and labor compliance experience in the United States Minimum 3 years of experience in California Strong working knowledge of California labor laws and regulations Experience managing back-office functions through external vendors and professional advisors Preferred Qualifications Experience in the entertainment industry Experience within a U.S. subsidiary of a Japanese company Startup environment experience Business-level English and Japanese language skills Experience with office setup or relocation projects Experience with HRIS and electronic signature platforms HR certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR IDEAL CANDIDATE Self-directed professional capable of building scalable processes Comfortable balancing strategic oversight with hands-on execution Effective communicator across multicultural stakeholders Experienced in creating and improving SOPs and operational frameworks LOCATION Los Angeles , CA (West LA Area) WORK STYLE Hybrid work arrangement with a minimum of three in-office days per week EMPLOYMENT TYPE Full -time, Exempt SALARY USD 80,000-95,000 Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) program Paid vacation and paid sick leave Paid holidays Free parking