Director of People​/Sr. Manager

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

Graza is growing quickly and we're ready to bring on our first dedicated People & Culture leader. We're looking for a hands‑on, resourceful, and highly organized HR person who can build foundational processes, support managers, lead recruiting, and help create an engaging, high‑performing culture. This role is ideal for a strong Senior Manager ready to step into broader ownership or a Director who loves rolling up their sleeves.

You will partner directly with the executive team to build a People function that scales with the business.

• Talent Acquisition
  • Lead all full‑cycle recruiting efforts across the company sourcing; partner with hiring managers to define roles, craft job descriptions, develop interview plans, and source diverse, high‑quality candidates.
  • Build proactive pipelines and nurture relationships with high‑quality talent.
  • Track recruiting metrics (time‑to‑fill, quality‑of‑hire, conversion) and improve processes as the company grows.
• HR Operations, Systems & Compliance
  • Own HRIS, documentation, and benefits administration.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and NYC employment laws.
  • Own and manage the employee onboarding and offboarding process.
  • Update and strengthen employee handbook, HR policies, and SOPs.
• Culture, Engagement & Performance Management
  • Champion Graza's culture and help embed our values into daily ways of working.
  • Design and support engagement programs, recognition initiatives, team events, and feedback processes.
  • Guide leaders through employee relations issues, including coaching and corrective action with fairness, discretion, and clarity.

• 5+ years of HR experience, including full‑cycle recruiting and HR operations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—able to build trust across teams and levels.
• Experience in a growing or entrepreneurial environment preferred.
• Proficiency with HR software (e.g., Gusto, Rippling, Bamboo
  
  HR, Greenhouse, etc.).

• Healthcare Coverage (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, and Public Holiday)