Company Description
Ascen is a modern back office platform and employer of record for staffing firms. Various types of staffing companies use Ascen, including new firms, UK-based recruitment firms expanding into the US, established firms using our software to run payroll, and venture-backed platforms that integrate with our APIs. We are backed by Y Combinator.
Role Description
This is a full-time remote role for a Director of HR. The Director of HR will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources, including developing and implementing HR policies, overseeing our HR compliance, handling HR and compliance escalations, and dealing directly with staffing customers and end clients. The Director of HR will also be responsible for staying up-to-date with labor and employment law and ensuring compliance.
Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of Human Resources (HR) principles and practices (+1000 employees)
Experience in developing and implementing HR policies (+1000 employees)
Extreme Familiarity with labor and employment law
Experience in the staffing industry is required
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