The Opportunity

Allara is excited to be hiring our first People Partner! In this role, you'll build and lead the next chapter of our people function. This is a high-impact, foundational role where you'll shape how HR operates at Allara. You'll report to and work closely with the COO and broader leadership team to establish scalable, thoughtful, and compliant people practices.

You'll own the full employee lifecycle outside of Talent Acquisition (which sits separately), serving as the go-to partner across employee relations, compliance, benefits, performance management, and all other core people programs. This role is both strategic and highly hands-on - you can expect to design and implement programs while also executing day-to-day operations.

We have several foundational pieces in place and are now seeking someone who can bring structure and execution where needed, as well as thoughtfully evolve our HR practices as we grow. This is a unique opportunity for someone who thrives in a "builder" role - you'll play a key role in shaping the employee experience & company culture. If this sounds like a role you'd thrive in, we'd love to meet you!

Location: Hybrid (NYC). We value in-person collaboration and aim for at least three days per week in our NYC office, with flexibility as needed.

Your Impact:

• Build upon and operationalize the company's people infrastructure, establishing scalable processes across performance management, employee relations, compliance, and total rewards
• Serve as a trusted partner for employees and leadership alike, advising on organizational decisions, team effectiveness, and employee-related risks and opportunities
• Design, implement and execute people programs that elevate the employee experience while supporting business growth and operational rigor
• Manage employee relations matters with sound judgment, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant outcomes
• Partner cross-functionally to align people strategies with business priorities and workforce planning
• Evaluate and optimize existing tools, policies, and vendor partnerships (e.g., PEO, benefits) to ensure they meet the company's evolving needs

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of HR/People experience, including a strong background in employee relations, total rewards, and programs
• At least 3+ years' experience managing and owning key processes such as performance management, employee relations, and compliance
• Proven ability to operate as a true generalist - comfortable owning the full employee lifecycle in a standalone or lean HR environment
• Experience building and improving people programs and policies in a thoughtful, practical way
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR compliance, with the ability to apply sound judgment in real-time situations
• Demonstrated ability to partner with and influence senior leaders; confident providing guidance, perspective, and recommendations
• Highly self-directed and resourceful, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on execution
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach

Bonus Points:

• Prior experience in the healthcare industry, or a similarly regulated industry
• Prior experience at a high-growth startup, particularly during scaling phases (Series B-D)

What Allara Offers:

Compensation & Career Growth

• $120,000 - $140,000
• Equity
• Professional development & employee learning programs

Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: candidate experience, location, education, certifications, and skill set. In addition to base salary, our total compensation package includes equity, comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision), generous paid time off, and additional wellness and professional development perks.

Work Environment & Flexibility

• 3-day hybrid in NYC
• Unlimited PTO & 11 company holidays

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long- and short-term disability coverage
• Annual employee wellness stipend

Family & Future Planning

• 401(k) plan
• Parental leave & family planning support benefits

Additional Perks

• Company-issued laptop
• Annual work-from-home stipend
• Commuter benefits (if applicable)
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on improving patient care