Human Resources Specialist

Swig Life is a woman founded and operated lifestyle brand. We design and produce premium insulated drinkware and coolers with women in mind. We believe that your water bottle, travel tumbler and insulated cooler are a reflection of your personal style, and this inspires us to design products that women love, whether for themselves or for a gift.

Swig Life is growing rapidly and we believe our people are our strength. It truly is an exciting time to be a part of our journey and we are seeking smart, innovative, creative, and experienced individuals to join our talented team!

Key attributes and qualities we are looking for in candidates for all open roles: embrace an entrepreneurial spirit, innovative and solution-oriented, adaptable and resilient, best-practices methodology, team oriented with a lean-in attitude, highest standards for execution, and a high level of accountability.

The Human Resources Specialist plays a key role in shaping the employee experience and supporting the full lifecycle of our team members in the Richmond office. In this role, you’ll partner closely with leaders and employees to manage day-to-day HR operations including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations support, and engagement initiatives while also contributing to broader projects that strengthen our culture and organizational effectiveness.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys balancing tactical execution with strategic collaboration, and is passionate about supporting a positive and dynamic workplace!

• Manage full-cycle recruiting, including drafting and posting job descriptions, sourcing candidates, screening applications, conducting phone screens, coordinating interviews, and ensuring timely candidate communication throughout the process.
• Lead new hire onboarding, including facilitating new hire orientation, managing Day 1 logistics, and coordinating with IT and department teams to ensure a smooth start.
• Maintain and audit personnel records, ensuring accuracy, organization, and compliance with internal policies and all applicable legal requirements.
• Ensure compliance by maintaining accurate HR policies and procedures, researching industry best practices, and monitoring changes to labor laws to support risk mitigation and organizational alignment.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations inquiries, escalating issues to HR and leadership as appropriate.
• Support performance management and learning & development initiatives, including training logistics and content coordination.
• Assist with employee engagement and recognition programs as needed.
• Support office and culture initiatives, such as event planning, team-building activities, and ad hoc workplace experience needs.

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of Recruiting and/or Human Resources experience, preferably in a fast-paced or high-growth environment (or equivalent work experience).
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, with interest in staying current on changes and industry trends.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite; experience with HRIS/ATS platforms is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to interact professionally with team members at all levels.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a service mindset and the ability to build trust across the organization.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, with a proactive approach to solving problems and improving processes.

• 15 days Paid Time Off your first year, and an additional day each year thereafter (up to 25 days), as well as company paid holidays and parental leave options
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as additional voluntary benefits
• A 5% 401k match for all eligible employees

Note:

Swig Life is currently operating under an onsite work model, and this position will report on site to our Richmond office at least 3 days per week. Additional ad-hoc in office days may be required based on business needs. Please do not apply if you are not comfortable with an on site-work model.

Swig Life is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position, and all new hires will be required to verify their employment eligibility.