Sr. People Generalist

Choco is on a mission to enable the global food system to become sustainable by optimizing the way food is sold, ordered, distributed, and financed. Our AI-focused software connects distributors with their customers to operate waste-free and efficiently.  A problem of this magnitude requires a massive scale and only the best people will be able to solve it. Are you in?

Here’s what we’re up to: https://bit.ly/4fyXonB

Who we are

At Choco, our People team is not just about processes and procedures – we're all about driving performance and fueling success by cultivating a team of top-notch talent. We're on a mission to empower individuals, unite our teams, and unlock their full potential. This isn't just a job – it's a chance to make a real impact on our team's performance. 

What you’ll do

As a People Generalist, you'll be at the forefront of this dynamic environment, working closely with stakeholders across Legal, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and Operations to deliver tailored solutions that drive results. From onboarding to offboarding, visa cases to healthcare setup, you'll be the go-to resource for all things people-related.

But we're not just about ticking boxes – we're committed to excellence. That means staying ahead of the curve when it comes to compliance, partnering with legal experts to navigate regulations and best practices seamlessly. And when it comes to data, we don't just keep it up to date – we own it, ensuring accuracy and integrity every step of the way. 

Some of the key responsibilities include:

• Owning the end-to-end payroll processing for the United States 

• Manage the entire employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding

• Be first point of contact for general employee support such as questions on payroll & benefits, time-off, leave policy compliance and other ad-hoc people topics

• Ensure our HRIS (Hibob) is the accurate, single source of truth for all employee data

• Collaborating with our Global People team on projects.

• Drive ad-hoc projects, such as office contract/subletting and team event planning, supporting recruitment efforts

What we’re looking for:

• At least 3-4 yrs experience in People Operations/HR, in a fast-paced environment

• Experience owning US payroll & benefit programs

• Experience with an HRIS

• Being tech-savvy & finding ways to streamline and automate processes

• Passion for employee experience 

• Get sh*t done attitude, tenacious, detail-orientated and strong work ethic

• A high level of integrity 

• Due to the highly collaborative nature of our business (and the fact that we enjoy spending time together), this is an in-office position.

Compensation Range

The compensation range (OTE) for this position is $75,000. - $130,000. The actual compensation offered depends on the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. 

Choco was founded in 2018 in Berlin. Now, we are a dedicated team of over 300 Chocorians across Europe and the US. We seek hungry and humble individuals who embrace hard work, put our team first, and are committed to building a lasting company. Our mission demands urgency and speed while maintaining a long-term vision.

In just five years, Choco has raised $328.5 million and achieved unicorn status in 2022, with a valuation of $1.2 billion. We're supported by some of the world’s best investors like Bessemer Venture Partners, Insight Partners, Coatue Management, and LeftLane Capital.

Choco is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our technology is available and accessible to everyone. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.