People Operations Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

About xAI

xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All engineers are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented People Operations Specialist to join our global People Operations team. In this role, you will play a critical part in delivering seamless support to employees and stakeholders across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas, ensuring an exceptional employee experience. You will handle sensitive employee information with the utmost confidentiality and integrity, focusing on data accuracy and process efficiency. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with a client-service mindset, a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage HR documentation, including offer letters, contracts, and other employee-related materials with precision and efficiency.
• Oversee new hire onboarding processes, including HRIS audits, coordinating background checks, and collaborating with IT for laptop delivery.
• Support employee job changes, such as promotions, salary adjustments, and international transfers, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Manage the off-boarding process, maintaining compliance and data integrity throughout.
• Create, maintain, and audit employee files to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
• Leverage technology to streamline HR processes and enhance operational efficiency wherever possible.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries on HR topics, providing timely and professional responses.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for continuous process improvement to enhance the employee experience.
• This is an in-person role based in Palo Alto, CA, with up to 25% travel required.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Annual Salary Range

$72,000 - $95,000 USD

Benefits

Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at xAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.

xAI is an equal opportunity employer.

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