People & Culture Manager shaping HR function and supporting US teams at RobCo, an innovative robotics company. Building HR processes and engaging talent in a rapid growth environment.
Responsibilities
Own the full US hiring process, from defining roles to signing contracts.
Identify and engage great talent through active sourcing supported by data-driven targeting and market insights.
Shape clear job descriptions, structured interview processes, and a positive candidate experience using consistent evaluation criteria and measurable hiring benchmarks.
Build a talent pipeline that supports our upcoming growth.
Support the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, development, feedback, and offboarding.
Provide practical HR guidance and ensure smooth, compliant operations in the US.
Set up and improve HR processes, tools, and documentation from the ground up.
Oversee core People Operations, including payroll, benefits administration, HRIS management, and maintaining accurate employee data.
Own HR compliance and risk management across federal, state, and local laws, handling employee relations, audits, investigations, and coordination with Finance, Legal, and external partners.
Build and maintain the US HR infrastructure—policies, handbooks, onboarding, multi-state standards—while tracking key People KPIs to support scalable growth.
Help create an environment where people feel connected, supported, and excited to contribute.
Drive initiatives that strengthen team engagement and collaboration across US locations.
Support learning and development efforts to help our teams grow.
Contribute to our employer brand and represent RobCo in the local talent market.
Requirements
Experience across both recruiting and generalist HR topics.
Comfortable working independently and building processes from scratch.
Strong communicator who builds trust quickly.
Solid understanding of HR best practices; familiarity with US employment basics is helpful.
Hands-on, practical, and proactive in how you approach people and problems.
Experience with payroll processes, employment law fundamentals, and HR compliance in the US.
Strong verbal and written English skills.
Proven ability to operate as the sole HR owner in a scaling environment, driving both strategic and operational HR work and ensuring strong alignment and collaboration with the team in Germany.
Benefits
Diverse, responsible, and autonomous work in a dynamic startup.
Flat hierarchies with an open and direct feedback culture, including a 360° development feedback aiming for holistic professional development.
Supportive, international team with close collaboration between US and European colleagues, ample learning opportunities.
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