HR Generalist

We're looking for an HR Generalist to join our People team and own the operational and compliance side of HR. You'll report directly to the CFO. **Ludus** is a SaaS company that builds digital tools trusted by thousands of organizations of all sizes to power their event ticketing, marketing, fundraising, retail and registration needs. Ludus is seeking an HR Generalist to join our People team as we continue to grow. This role is pivotal in keeping Ludus compliant, organized, and running smoothly as we scale. If you are a detail-oriented HR professional who thrives in a fast-moving environment, takes ownership without being asked, and genuinely cares about the people around you, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to **bring people together through shared experiences** and building digital tools for arts organizations. **Learn more about Ludus here** ## **Things you should know before applying** At Ludus, our mission is to bring people together through shared experiences. It’s a big goal that allows for limitless expansion to make a difference in the world. We move fast and are constantly learning and adapting. We embrace low process and high trust to navigate change and figure out what works. We believe success is never final and when you think it is, that is when you fail. For us, success is a sum of small efforts, including trial and error, so we move at an unrelenting weekly pace. In order to grow as a company and individually, discomfort is necessary so we can continue exploring new ideas and push ourselves to build quality tools to offer the best solutions for our customers. If you prefer a hand-holding environment where everything is black and white, that’s not us. If you’re a self-starter and can thrive in controlled chaos, Ludus is the place for you — it’s time to find your role ⬇️ ## What you'll be doing **Benefits & Compensation** - Administer health, dental, vision, 401(k), and other benefit programs day-to-day - Lead open enrollment and serve as the go-to for employee benefits questions and issues - Support annual compensation review cycles and maintain salary benchmarking data **HR Compliance & Administration** - Maintain and audit I-9 documentation for all employees; ensure timely completion and re-verification as required - Manage E-Verify submissions and maintain compliance with federal employment eligibility requirements - Ensure compliance with state and federal leave laws - Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS and ensure ongoing data integrity - Keep HR policies current and communicate updates across the organization - Coordinate with finance on payroll processing and support year-end compliance (W-2s, 401k audit) **People Operations & Analytics** - Track and report on key HR metrics — headcount, turnover, tenure, time-to-hire - Assist with special projects: process improvements, policy updates, and compliance audits ## Traits we're looking for (In no certain order) - Someone who takes ownership — you notice what needs doing and do it without being asked - Calm and steady when navigating compliance complexity or sensitive situations - Highly organized, with strong follow-through across multiple moving pieces - A clear communicator who can simplify complexity for employees and managers alike - Comfortable working in ambiguity at a growing company where things are still being built **You'll Need** - 3–5 years of HR generalist experience, ideally in a tech or SaaS environment - Working knowledge of employment law and multi-state compliance - Hands-on experience with I-9/E-Verify administration - Experience with OPT / CPT work authorizations - Experience with an HRIS platform (Gusto, ADP, Rippling or similar) - Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities without dropping the ball - Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information **BONUS Qualifications:** - PHR or SHRM-CP certification - Experience supporting a company through a growth phas…