About Lilac Solutions, Inc.
Lilac Solutions is a lithium extraction technology company focused on scaling lithium production for the electric vehicle era. Lilac solves the critical technology problems which today prevent development of the world’s largest lithium resources: low yields, high costs, slow start-up, poor reliability, and massive environmental impacts. Lilac’s technology represents such a step-change in performance and cost that it also unlocks the development of new unconventional lithium deposits with low lithium grades and high impurities, which have historically been impossible to produce. In 2021, Lilac raised $150M in Series B financing from investors including T. Rowe Price, Lowercarbon Capital, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Sumitomo, BMW and SK Materials. Lilac is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
People Operations Manager
Lilac Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Human Resource Manager to ensure Lilac employees experience a vibrant, connected and positive employee experience from day one. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HR best practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster positive working relationships across all levels of the organization. The Human Resource Manager will report to the Senior Director of People and work on site in our Oakland, CA office. Occasional work from home flexibility will be available.
Responsibilities
- Manage employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary actions.
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Collaborate with department managers to identify training needs and develop training programs to enhance employee skills and competencies.
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Oversee the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring a seamless transition and positive experience.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
- Manage and administer Lilac’s benefits programs: run open enrollment, liaise with benefits partners, and serve as the go-to resource for employee benefits questions.
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Support employees during leaves of absence: ensure all leave of absence paperwork is completed before, during, and upon returning from leave.
- Conduct regular audits of HR processes and procedures to ensure compliance and effectiveness across geographic areas, including managing the compliance calendar.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in HR management and recommend improvements to enhance HR programs and initiatives.
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Provide guidance and support to HR staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Participate in recruitment efforts, including screening, interviewing, and hiring qualified candidates.
Qualifications
- You have at least five (5) years of HR operations experience.
- You are a self-starter and skilled at working independently on multiple projects.
- You provide excellent customer service and believe in creating a quality employee experience from the first day.
- Demonstrated track record of leveraging HR principles and laws for employee experience, compliance and process improvement.
- Impeccable attention to detail and an organized and methodical approach.
Preferred Qualifications
- Project Management experience or certification
- You have been involved in coordinating or running benefits open enrollment and/or have a general understanding of benefits programs.
- You are interested in the emerging renewable energy industry.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related industry.
- PHR/SPHR certification.
Compensation
- Salary range: $100k-$150k annually (commensurate with experience)
- Stock options
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 401k with pre- and post-tax investing options
- Flexible Paid Time Off Policy
- Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Onsite Gym and Daily Catered Lunch for Oakland Employees
- Monthly phone stipend
- Private secured parking with EV charging stations
EEO Statement
Lilac Solutions is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on a protected category, and an environment free from retaliation for participating in any protected activity. Lilac Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
