.Reaktor's award-winning tech community is looking for a People & Culture Lead to join us in our New York office.If you're the kind of HR professional who loves rolling up your sleeves to tackle both big-picture strategy and the nitty-gritty of daily HR tasks, and if you believe that empathy and business outcomes go hand in hand, then this might just be your next challenge.You enjoy connecting the dots between employee well-being and business performance, and you're not afraid to have difficult conversations with a smile. You've got experience working with multi-country teams, and whether it's onboarding new hires or supporting career development, you find joy in being the backbone that makes things happen for both people and the business.As a People & Culture Lead Specialist at Reaktor, your job is to make sure our New York office runs smoothly, supporting our people and business alike.Your daily tasks include:Handling payroll, benefits, and ensuring compliance with US and Canadian labor lawsPartnering with leadership to develop strategies around performance management, talent retention, and employee developmentSupporting organizational growth and employee well-being, from driving engagement to promoting inclusionCollaborating with our global HR team across Helsinki, Amsterdam, Lisbon, and TokyoYou get excited about developing people, being the go-to person for HR needs, and balancing the operational with the strategic.To thrive in this position, you'll need:At least 5 years of experience in a similar HR or people operations roleThe ability to handle sensitive conversations and detailed administrative tasks, sometimes on the same dayStrong knowledge of US and Canadian labor lawsExperience working in international teams, particularly in tech or consulting environmentsA knack for problem-solving with empathy and a sense of ownershipA genuine interest in creating a positive workplace where people can thriveFor two decades, we've been developing qualities and capabilities for adapting, reacting, and supporting change – building Reaktor to hold up in a fast-paced environment while ensuring the well-being of our people.While working at Reaktor, we'll provide you with:A community with as much support as your heart desiresA team that's not only experienced but considerate as well – they all want you to succeedA sustainable work-life balance and support for your daily life outside of work (e.G., free moving day, Reaktor car share, sick child care services, office space to use for your private events, etc.)An opportunity to grow as a professional. In addition to the day-to-day work, we offer internal training courses, community events, and 15-minute coffee breaks to discuss hot topics in tech and designA possibility to take part in more extended academy-like studies like Cloud Academy300+ hobby clubs, from winter swimming and running to knitting and archery, that bring people together outside of (and sometimes inside) office hours