Senior People Generalist

Ever imagined saying, “I helped launch the future of transportation”?We’re rewriting the rules of urban mobility. At Vay, customers tap a button and a car arrives - with no one inside - powered by our world-first Remote Driving technology on real public streets.We’re live in Las Vegas and scaling fast, powered by a strategic investment of up to $410 million from Grab. Our mission is simple: replace private car ownership with a faster, cleaner, door-to-door mobility model. If you want to build something real, visible, and genuinely transformative, you’ll feel right at home here.Curious to experience Vay yourself? Use the code VAYCANDIDATE for $10 off your first trip in Las Vegas! Download the "Vay" app from the Apple or Google Play store & off you go! What’s happening at VayFirst to roll out vehicles in both Europe and the USA on public roads without a human being inside & currently the 2nd largest commercial, driverless car fleet in the Western World.We've partnered with Kodiak to bring remote-driving technology to autonomous trucks in the US, showcasing our ability to integrate our system into heavy-duty commercial vehicles and expand the applications of our tech across the US.We’ve completed 10’s of thousands of trips so far and are busy multiplying our Las Vegas fleet just to meet demand!...And soon we’ll be expanding across the US & Europe ðWhy this role is excitingSenior People & Culture SpecialistThis is not a traditional HR role. You’ll be at the center of building and scaling our U.S. People function, working across everything from compliance and employee relations to benefits, payroll, and culture. You’ll partner closely with Talent Acquisition, Legal, and our EU People team, giving you real exposure across the full HR spectrum in a high-growth environment.We’re looking for someone who thrives in ambiguity, takes ownership, and sees every challenge as an opportunity to build something better. You’ll have the backing of an experienced global team, but the autonomy to shape how HR operates and evolves in the U.S.What you’ll be drivingYou’ll take ownership of our U.S. HR operations, ensuring we’re compliant, scalable, and building a strong employee experience as we grow.Serve as a strategic HR partner, owning the full employee lifecycle across onboarding, engagement, performance management, employee relations, immigration, and offboardingLead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies and programs, ensuring compliance with U.S. federal, state, and Nevada employment laws and regulationsAct as the primary subject matter expert for HR compliance, advising leaders and employees on employee relations, leave administration, wage and hour requirements, accommodations, investigations, and workplace policiesOwn end-to-end payroll administration through Paylocity moving to Remote, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, audits, reconciliations, tax compliance, and resolution of complex employee inquiriesServe as the HRIS lead, administering and optimizing Remote(HRIS tool), driving system enhancements, data integrity, reporting, process automation, integrations, and user adoptionManage all employment-based immigration processes, partnering with internal and external counsel and internal stakeholders to support visa sponsorships, renewals, compliance requirements, and global mobility initiativesOversee benefits administration, vendor management, open enrollment, leave programs, and the evaluation and implementation of new benefits and wellness offerings that support employee experience and retentionDrive employee engagement initiatives and culture-building programs that reinforce company values, enhance employee experience, and support business growthMaintain accurate employee records, documentation, audits, and compliance reporting, ensuring HR systems remain the single source of truth for all workforce dataIdentify opportunities to streamline and automate HR operations, improving efficiency, scalability, employee self-service, and overall HR service deliveryWhat are we looking forWe need someone hands-on, pragmatic, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving startup environment.Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in high-growth or startup environmentsStrong knowledge of U.S. employment law, with a solid understanding of Nevada regulationsProven experience handling employee relations issues and workplace investigationsStrong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and execute in a dynamic environmentHigh emotional intelligence, clear communication, and a collaborative, solutions-driven mindsetExperience working across international teams and contributing to inclusive, high-performing culturesWhy choose VayðªA global team of smart, motivated people from 30+ countries who love tackling hard problems and turning bold ideas into reality.ð Huge scope for impact in a fast paced environmentð ESOP stock options: A stake in Vay’s future - not just a salary.ð Unlimited Paid Vacation Daysð« 401(k) programmeð Health, Dental & Vision Insurance ð All Vay team members receive 30% off their Vay ridesð️‍️ Free onsite gym accessð️ Exclusive external discounts️ Relocation financial assistance when relocating to Las Vegas ð Regular team events throughout the yearFor more information on Vay’s physical demands, working environments and safety requirements, you can review this link. We’ll also cover anything specific to this role during the first interview.We’d love to stay connected for future opportunities, so feel free to include your LinkedIn profile when you apply.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re excited about shaping something truly groundbreaking, we’d be happy to hear from you.