HR Generalist

We're looking for an HR Generalist to join our People team and own the operational and compliance side of HR. You'll report directly to the CFO. Ludus is a SaaS company that builds digital tools trusted by thousands of organizations of all sizes to power their event ticketing, marketing, fundraising, retail and registration needs. Ludus is seeking an HR Generalist to join our People team as we continue to grow. This role is pivotal in keeping Ludus compliant, organized, and running smoothly as we scale. If you are a detail‑oriented HR professional who thrives in a fast‑moving environment, takes ownership without being asked, and genuinely cares about the people around you, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to bring people together through shared experiences and building digital tools for arts organizations. Responsibilities Administer health, dental, vision, 401(k), and other benefit programs day‑to‑day. Lead open enrollment and serve as the go‑to for employee benefits questions and issues. Support annual compensation review cycles and maintain salary benchmarking data. Maintain and audit I‑9 documentation for all employees; ensure timely completion and re‑verification as required. Manage E‑Verify submissions and maintain compliance with federal employment eligibility requirements. Ensure compliance with state and federal leave laws. Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS and ensure ongoing data integrity. Keep HR policies current and communicate updates across the organization. Coordinate with finance on payroll processing and support year‑end compliance (W‑2s, 401k audit). Track and report on key HR metrics – headcount, turnover, tenure, time‑to‑hire. Assist with special projects: process improvements, policy updates, and compliance audits. Qualifications & Requirements 3–5 years of HR generalist experience, ideally in a tech or SaaS environment. Working knowledge of employment law and multi‑state compliance. Hands‑on experience with I‑9/E‑Verify administration. Experience with OPT / CPT work authorizations. Experience with an HRIS platform (Gusto, ADP, Rippling or similar). Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities without dropping the ball. Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information. Bonus: PHR or SHRM‑CP certification. Bonus: Experience supporting a company through a growth phase (50–150 employees). Traits: Taking ownership without prompting, calm under compliance complexity, highly organized, clear communication, comfortable in ambiguity, caring about people, maintaining confidentiality, collaborating with employees and managers, energized by building new solutions. Benefits & Compensation Health, dental and vision insurance (90% premium covered for employees, 50% for dependents). 401(k) matching: full match on the first 5% contribution and 50% match on the next 5% (7.5% total if contributing 10%). Profit sharing and stock options: annual profit‑sharing bonuses during profitable years and stock options. Personal wellness reimbursement: $50 per month. Experience credit: $100 per year reimbursement for concert or theatre tickets. Flexible PTO. Sick days as needed. Role Details Location: Ada, MI (minimum of 2 days in‑office on Monday and Wednesday). Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Hours: Core business hours 9‑5 EST with flexibility. Salary Range: $75,000–$95,000. Reports to: CFO. #J-18808-Ljbffr