Parallel Systems is an early-stage startup company developing the future of intermodal transportation. Our mission is to decarbonize freight while improving supply chain logistics and safety. We are developing vehicles and software to create new autonomous and electric transportation systems for existing rail infrastructure.

At Parallel Systems, we value the team as much as the mission. We want to work with talented people that are humble, motivated, and persistent. Our most successful team members are self-starters and collaborate with others to reach our collective goals.

Reporting to the CEO, the HR and Payroll Manager is responsible for delivering strategic HR support across all people processes including: talent development, performance management, employee engagement, compensation planning, and organizational design. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to become a trusted partner and advisor for leaders and team members, bringing a passion for strategic thinking and delivering practical, results-oriented solutions.

If you are an inclusive role model who works effectively in a highly changing environment, learns and adjusts quickly while bringing others along when implementing new ideas, join us!

The role is based onsite in Los Angeles, CA.

Responsibilities

- Develop HR frameworks and tools, ensuring that these meet business needs, align with internal programs and practices, and comply with external requirements.
- Ensure that the organization manages its employment programs within a clear framework that embodies corporate values and policies, while also complying with all legal requirements.
- Promote knowledge, understanding, and compliance with regards to company policy and relevant employment laws through coaching, presentations, and training.
- Respond to employee inquiries, questions, and complaints, and provide information, guidance and direction on employee relations issues, performance management, and other core HR functions.
- Facilitate internal transfers, oversee and facilitate promotion opportunities, conduct exit interviews, and identify trends to support retention, career development, and to minimize risk for the business.
- Assist with the creation, documentation, and implementation of human resources policies, programs, and processes.
- Uphold standards of strict confidentiality with respect to all matters and documents.
- Coach line managers on performance management, conflict resolution, and culture.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition on special projects regarding our Careers website, Employee Referral programs, and Onboarding.
- Manage payroll, ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of full cycle payroll functions

Requirements

- BS/BA Degree in Human Resources, Organization Development, Management, or related field or a combination of relevant experience, education, and training. 
- 7+ years of experience in a human resources capacity
- 2+ years of experience delivering company-wide HR training

Preferred

- Advanced degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, Management, Education or similar.
- Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience managing HR programs, including policy design and development.
- Change agent with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, able to energize and motivate both direct and indirect organizations through thought leadership, energy, commitment, and force of will.

About Parallel Systems

Parallel Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any discriminatory factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We work to build an inclusive environment in which all people can come to do their best work.