HR Generalist

at  Create Music Group

Create Music Group is an LA-based digital music company that provides artists and labels with distribution, rights management, and creative services. We monetize over 12 billion monthly music streams and have collected over $150 Million in previously unclaimed revenue for artists and labels. Clients include Future, JLo, City Girls, Marshmello, Don Diablo, Trippie Redd, Migos, Universal Music Group, and more.

SUMMARY:

Create Music Group is growing! If you’re looking to get in on the ground floor, this is a great opportunity to grow alongside this fast-paced startup as we scale our HR team. If you have experience working in startups, are an outcome-oriented ‘doer’ who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and doing what needs to get done, and have a natural affinity for connecting with people, we want to speak with you.
Explore your interests and expand your HR horizons! You will have the opportunity to contribute and become familiar with various facets of HR within this position. Ideally, this is a role for someone who is looking to gain HR experience and grow into a well-rounded professional.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business, or a related field
• 3-5 years of relevant HR experience
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• 5+ years of experience in lieu of Bachelor’s Degree

• PHR/SPHR certification a plus, but not required
• Proficiency using Google Suite (Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drive,) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) Adobe Acrobat Reader, DocuSign
• Experience working with Mac OS
• Experience implementing HRIS Systems a plus
• Experience managing in the Rippling HRIS system, a plus
• Demonstrated curiosity and adaptability in exploring emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), to enhance HR operations.
• Experience working in a startup environment - preferably in the tech, social media, or entertainment industries
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills
• A good attitude and ability to work well in a close-knit team environment - no brilliant jerks here!
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, constantly changing start-up environment
• High attention to detail, organized, problem-solver, critical thinker, and multi-tasker
• Comfortable working through ambiguity and suggesting solutions
• Self-starter, able to work independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction or sponsorship
• Must be able to commute to our Los Angeles office two to three times per week

• Work collaboratively with hiring managers across the organization to ensure that the onboarding processes are smooth and timely for managers and candidates
• Handle all onboarding activities, including pre-hire employee communication
• Data entry into our HRIS- Rippling, and ensuring all policies, documentation and records are reviewed and accurately maintained
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• Managing PTO requests & ensures policy compliance across the organization

• Partner with the HR Team while working on various HR projects across benefits, organizational structure, L&D, and performance management
• Assist employees with Leaves of Absences processes
• Support HR Leadership with employee relations matters where necessary
• Administer employee benefits programs, including new hire enrollment, changes, and annual open enrollment processes.
• Respond to employee inquiries about benefits, payroll, and related policies.
• Collaborate with external vendors to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including personnel files, payroll records, and training documentation.
• Assist with audits and reporting as required.
• Participate in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Provide insight and recommendations to improve organizational efficiency and employee satisfaction.
• Monitor HR metrics and provide reports to leadership as needed.
• Support leadership in succession planning and talent management efforts.
• Promote learning opportunities that align with company goals.
• Ensures FLSA compliance by monitoring job classifications and performing routine audits.
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• Tracking accurate timekeeping and pay practices for exempt and non-exempt employe

• Regularly reviewing contractor agreements and arrangements to avoid misclassification risks.
• Maintain compliance with employee notices & posters
• Handles employee exits related to:
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• Timing and delivery of final paychecks.

• Payment of accrued vacation or PTO.
• Issuance of wage statements and notices of separation & any associated exit communication.
• Continuation of health benefits under state COBRA laws.