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.

Full-time • West Michigan

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.

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 phase (50-150 employees)

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• You genuinely care about people - not just processes
• You hold confidentiality as a non-negotiable
• You're a collaborator who builds trust with employees and managers at every level
• You're energized by building things, not just maintaining them

Perks
💪 Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental) - Provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield and Guardian. Ludus covers 90% of the premium of our employees and 50% of all dependents.

💵 401(k) matching - Full match on the first 5% contribution and 50% match on the next 5% of contribution (7.5% contribution match by Ludus if you contribute 10%).

📈 Profit Sharing and Stock Options - We believe in sharing our success and offer annual profit-sharing bonuses during profitable years, along with stock options that give employees a stake in our long-term growth and success.

👓 Personal Wellness - $50 monthly reimbursement that can be used on anything personal wellness related.

🎫 Experience Credit - $100 yearly reimbursement toward concert tickets, theatre tickets, etc. to encourage shared experiences.

Flexible PTO - Take the time you need for vacation or personal days - simply work with your team to ensure everything runs smooth while you are away.

😷 Sick Days - If you're under the weather, we expect you to take the time needed to recover within reason.

Role Details

• Location: Ada, MI (minimum of 2 days in-office required, currently on Monday and Wednesday)
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates
• Hours: Our core Business hours are 9-5 EST with flexibility depending on business need.
• Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000
• This position reports to: CFO

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Interested in joining our growing team? Then we'd love to hear from you!