HR Generalist

What we’re up to at Untold

We are a creative community - a team of world-class talent, visionary clients, and an exciting future ahead. As a studio, our people and culture are at the core of everything we do. Our purpose is simple: to create outstanding content that captivates audiences, while enjoying every step of the journey.

The Role
As an HR Generalist, you’ll be excited by the challenge of being part of a studio that has people at the heart of everything we do. You are passionate about helping make Untold Studios a great place to work. This is a detail-oriented, service-driven role focused on creating the conditions that enable people to do the best work of their careers. We’re looking for someone highly motivated, solutions-driven, and who thrives as part of a close-knit creative team. We are committed to supporting your ongoing development and will work closely with you to establish a personal progression plan - you are never on your own.

Your Responsibilities
● Support recruitment by preparing offer letters, ensuring compliance with California pay
transparency requirements, and verifying work authorization.
● Manage onboarding for all US hires, including I-9 verification, E-Verify (if applicable), and
completion of all required new hire documentation.
● Ensure compliance with California employment requirements, including at-will notices, wage
theft prevention notices, and required policy acknowledgements.
● Act as the first point of contact for new hires, delivering a welcoming and well-organized
onboarding experience, including orientation and benefits enrollment.
● Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS, including payroll data, benefits, PTO/sick
leave tracking in line with California law, and compliance documentation.
● Support bi-weekly payroll processing, ensuring compliance with California wage and hour
laws (including overtime, meal/rest breaks, and pay codes).
● Manage onboarding and offboarding for temporary employees, contractors, and freelancers,
ensuring compliance with AB5 classification requirements and company policy.
● Stay up to date with California labor laws, including leave entitlements, wage/hour
requirements, and local city ordinances.
● Serve as a resource for employees and managers, supporting employee relations matters
and ensuring consistent application of company policies.
● Partner with the Head of People on visa sponsorship and relocation processes for US-based
and international hires.
● Support DEI initiatives, ensuring practices align with company goals and California best
practices.
● Assist with HR reporting and analytics, including headcount tracking, turnover, and
workforce planning.
● Contribute to improving HR processes and ensuring compliance across onboarding, wage
and hours, payroll, and employee lifecycle workflows

Salary Range: $90,000-$100,000 USD