HR Operations Specialist

We’re looking for a highly detail-oriented and pragmatic HR Operations & Payroll Specialist for our U.S. people operations. In this role, you will be the primary expert on payroll, benefits, compliance, and HR administration, ensuring our processes are accurate, compliant, and built to support growth.

You will work closely with leadership and managers across the company to translate complex HR and legal requirements into clear, practical guidance, while supporting systems that make the employee experience smooth and reliable. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys collaborating with People managers and stakeholders, staying ahead of regulatory changes, and operating in a small, fast-moving environment.

At Sunrise Group, we work on a problem that affects millions: poor sleep and untreated sleep disorders. Our mission is to make diagnosis and care easier to access, and we’re proud of the experience we provide to patients. We feel responsible for making it better every day. If you’re looking for the autonomy to take ownership of your work, make an impact, and be part of a team where ideas move fast and everyone has a voice -  this role is for you!

Payroll & HR Administration

• Run and oversee U.S. payroll (currently through Justworks PEO), ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain employee records, I-9s, and employment documentation for Sunrise Inc.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding workflows for U.S. employees
• Ensure HR systems and documentation remain accurate and audit-ready

Compliance & Employment Law

• Serve as the internal resource for U.S. federal and multi-state employment law, including California and New York
• Monitor regulatory changes and update policies, payroll, or processes as needed
• Manage leave of absence cases, including FMLA, state leave programs, and parental leave
• Ensure correct exempt / non-exempt classification and supporting documentation
• Maintain U.S. employment policies, offer letters, and handbook content

Benefits Administration

• Administer U.S. benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and FSA/HSA plans
• Manage open enrollment end-to-end
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions
• Partner with brokers and HR leadership to review and improve benefit offerings

Manager & Employee Support

• Provide clear guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and processes
• Translate complex legal or policy topics into practical, understandable information
• Build and maintain simple, scalable HR processes
• Support a consistent, high-quality employee experience through reliable operations

• 5+ years of experience in HR operations, HR generalist, or people operations roles with a U.S. focus
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal employment law and experience supporting multiple states (California is a strong plus) 
• Hands-on payroll experience, including running or directly managing payroll
• Experience administering benefits programs and managing open enrollment
• Ability to work independently and own processes end-to-end
• Strong attention to detail and comfort handling sensitive information
• Clear communicator who can explain complex topics to non-experts
• Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving team without a large HR department

At Sunrise Group, we keep things clear and simple ✨, value trust and collaboration 🤝, and lead with optimism and compassion 🌞. These values guide everything we do. 

What We Offer 

• Meaningful work that directly improves peoples’ lives
• Be part of an international team across the US, France, Belgium
• Annual team offsite
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• FREE One Medical membership
• 401(k) with company match
• 20 days PTO + 10 paid holidays + 80 hours paid sick leave
• Monthly phone and internet stipend

Compensation

$90,000 - $110,000 depending on experience.

We hire humans, not bullet points. Don’t meet every single qualification? That’s okay. We care more about who you are than what’s on your CV. We’re looking for people who are curious, resourceful, and ready to roll up their sleeves — especially if you’re excited about building something new in healthcare. So if you think you could make an impact here, reach out to us.