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HR Manager

Maven Recruiting Group
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/15/2026
The Role: HR/ People Operations Manager (Contract-to-Hire)

The Company: Early-Stage Technology Startup

Location: San Francisco (onsite 5x a week)

Compensation: $70–$90/hour DOE opportunity to convert to full-time

Our client, an innovative early-stage technology company, is seeking their first dedicated HR/People Operations hire to help build and scale the people function from the ground up. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced startup environments and enjoys creating structure where none yet exists.

This individual will play a pivotal role in establishing the company's people infrastructure during a critical phase of growth. From developing foundational HR processes to supporting a globally distributed workforce, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on both employee experience and business operations.

What You'll Do:

  • Design and implement scalable HR programs
  • Build and maintain foundational people infrastructure, including employee handbooks, onboarding frameworks, and internal policies.
  • Own and optimize day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle.
  • Evaluate, implement, and manage HR systems across multiple entities.
  • Partner closely with leadership to provide strategic guidance on people-related initiatives and organizational growth.
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure compliance with domestic and international employment practices.
  • Drive initiatives that foster employee engagement, company culture, and an exceptional employee experience.
  • Serve as a trusted thought partner to leadership on organizational and people matters.


Qualifications:

  • 6 years of progressive HR or People Operations experience.
  • Prior experience supporting or scaling early-stage or high-growth startup environments.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms such as Rippling or similar systems.


Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Maven Recruiting Group participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Please refer to the E-Verification Poster and Right to Work Poster on https://www.mavenrec.com/job-seekers for additional information.

For Internal Use:

Salary : $70 - $90

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