HR Generalist
About Palette
Palette is a fast-growing startup at the center of the creator economy. Our team of 60+ is working towards defining the standard for talent management and marketing in an era of new media dominated by digital-first entertainers.
Our management infrastructure mirrors the depth of attention given to the world’s biggest cultural and entertainment icons, and previously reserved for artists in traditional arenas of entertainment. Today, we serve as the nerve center for a roster of 200+ creators and influencers with a combined following of 500M+ serving over 4.7B impressions monthly on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat. Our creators have starred in Super Bowl commercials, launched national brands, and have been featured in nearly every major publication.
Our marketing agency executes strategy for some of the most influential brands and organizations in the world, including: The White House, Amazon and simplehuman. 42% of Americans under the age of 40 are no longer accessible through traditional marketing channels like television – we enable organizations to speak to those audiences. Our marketing team has been recognized with 5 Shorty Impact Awards, and has advised three US Presidents on the future of the internet.
Role Overview
Palette Management is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support and execute core people operations. Reporting to the Head of People, this role will help strengthen HR infrastructure, support employees and leadership, and ensure compliance as the company grows.
Key Responsibilities
Create, manage, and continuously improve onboarding programs and materials
Manage onboarding and offboarding processes end-to-end
Own the benefits process and coordinate payroll with finance
Support performance review processes and goal-setting frameworks
Help maintain clear role definitions and growth paths
Support internal communication and engagement initiatives
Reinforce company values and cultural standards
Contribute to a positive, accountable, and collaborative environment
Maintain strong compliance standards in a fast-moving environment
Qualifications
3+ years of HR experience (startup, agency, media, or entertainment preferred)
Experience supporting both employees and contractors
Strong analytical skills
High discretion, strong emotional intelligence, and excellent communication skills
Experience in Learning & Development a plus, including building training programs, manager enablement initiatives, or employee growth frameworks