People Operations Specialist

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You are looking for a job that will truly engage you. You have an entrepreneurial spirit and can make things happen in a fast‑paced startup environment. You want to grow and be challenged, but above all you want to work towards a mission, and for your work to have meaning.

We’re Darrow – a fast‑growing legal‑tech startup with an open, action‑based culture unlike any other. We are committed to pursuing our vision of "frictionless justice," using advanced machine learning & AI to revolutionise the justice system. Our mission is about justice at scale: imagine walking into work every day knowing that you’re not only advancing your career but making a positive impact on the world.

Darrow has more than 150 team members in Tel Aviv and New York, and is backed by world‑class investors:
Georgian, F2 Venture Capital, Entree Capital, NFX and YCombinator.

We’re looking for a proactive, people‑focused People Generalist who will support our day‑to‑day People Operations while ensuring our NYC office runs smoothly, warmly, and efficiently. This role blends HR coordination, employee experience and hands‑on office management – designed for someone who loves working with people, keeping things organised and creating a positive workplace environment.

You’ll partner closely with the People Team and managers to support the full employee lifecycle, while also taking ownership of our office experience, operations and culture‑building moments.

• Support the logistics of the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, off‑boarding, changes, documentation and employee queries
• Help maintain a consistent, positive, people‑first employee experience
• Provide light executive support, including calendar coordination, meeting logistics and occasional travel arrangements
• Assist leadership with administrative needs, prep materials and follow‑up actions to help keep priorities moving smoothly

• Coordinate the full recruiting process across roles: scheduling interviews, managing communication and ensuring a smooth candidate experience
• Conduct first‑stage phone screens and support initial candidate assessment
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and move candidates efficiently through the pipeline
• Manage ATS updates, candidate records and recruiting reporting
• Ensure candidates feel welcomed, respected and informed throughout the process

• Oversee day‑to‑day office operations and ensure the space is welcoming, stocked and running smoothly
• Manage vendors, service providers, deliveries and building relationships
• Track office budgets, supplies, equipment and purchasing
• Coordinate onsite logistics for meetings, guests and team events
• Serve as the main onsite point‑of‑contact for employees and visitors
• Support workplace policies, health & safety standards and general office practices

• Help plan and execute team‑building events, celebrations and onsite activities
• Bring creative ideas that strengthen connection, culture and engagement

• 1–3 years of experience in Recruiting Coordination or People Operations – preferably in a fast‑paced startup or tech environment
• Experience in recruitment / recruitment coordination / Talent Acquisition activities
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – approachable, empathetic and service‑oriented
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism
• Comfortable conducting initial phone screenings and coordinating interview processes
• Experience managing vendors, budgets and office logistics
• Detail‑oriented with strong administrative and coordination skills (e.g. scheduling, documentation, systems updates)
• Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar) and familiarity with HR tools or ATS systems (Linked In, Comeet, HiBob)
• A proactive, can‑do attitude – willing to jump in, learn quickly and make things happen
• Passionate about creating a positive employee…