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People & Culture Generalist

New York City, NY, USA

Careers at Keel  

Keel Infrastructure is a publicly traded energy and digital infrastructure company that develops and owns data centers and power assets across North America. 

At Keel, you’re not just joining a company, you’re helping build the infrastructure behind the future of compute. 

 

Why Keel 

We’re at the intersection of energy and technology, two industries transforming in real time. 

The work is complex. The pace is fast. The impact is real. 

You’ll be part of a team that values: 

  • Ownership— we take responsibility and follow through 
  • Collaboration— we work across teams, functions, and borders 
  • Curiosity— we ask questions and keep learning 
  • Endurance— we build for the long term 

 

 What It Feels Like to Work Here 

  • Fast-moving, high-growth, and hands-on
  • Smart, driven people solving real challenges together 
  • Work that directly supports AI and next-generation infrastructure
  • Room to grow, stretch, and take on more

 

What We Offer 

  • Competitive salary, bonus and equity opportunities 
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Retirement savings with company contribution
  • Employee referral program

 

We are currently looking for a People & Culture Generalist to join our team

Job Description

Role Summary

The People & Culture (P&C) Generalist will serve as the primary owner of US payroll processing and benefits administration, while also supporting broader day-to-day P&C operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on accuracy and process, but also enjoys being the friendly, knowledgeable face of P&C that employees turn to with questions. You'll work closely with Finance, hiring managers, and external vendors to ensure our people are paid accurately, supported with strong benefits, and given a great employee experience.

 

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

  • Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time for all US employees, including exempt, non-exempt, and multi-state employees as applicable
  • Maintain payroll records, ensure compliance with federal, New York State, and NYC wage and hour laws
  • Reconcile payroll data with HRIS and timekeeping systems; resolve discrepancies
  • Process new hires, terminations, salary changes, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments for all US employees
  • Partner with Finance/Accounting on any payroll related reporting on an as needed basis
  • Stay current on payroll compliance regulations

 

Benefits

  • Assist employees during open enrollment periods, new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, and terminations
  • Serve as primary liaison with the Company’s PEO
  • Support leave of absence administration (FMLA, NY Paid Family Leave, short/long-term disability)
  • Provide Worker’s Compensation support, as needed, for any NYC based employees

General P&C Administration

  • Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions related to pay, benefits and policies
  • Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS
  • Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork and exit logistics
  • Support compliance efforts (I-9s, workplace postings, EEO reporting, etc.)
  • Provide general administrative support to the HR function as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Benefits

  • Assist employees during open enrollment periods, new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, and terminations
  • Serve as primary liaison with the Company’s PEO
  • Support leave of absence administration (FMLA, NY Paid Family Leave, short/long-term disability)
  • Provide Worker’s Compensation support, as needed, for any NYC based employees

General P&C Administration

  • Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions related to pay, benefits and policies
  • Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS
  • Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork and exit logistics
  • Support compliance efforts (I-9s, workplace postings, EEO reporting, etc.)
  • Provide general administrative support to the HR function as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Other Info

  • Monday-Friday hybrid work schedule (3 days per week in person at our NYC office)
  • Compensation includes base salary within the posted range, a year-end bonus target, and participation in our yearly equity grant

NYC

$80,000 - $120,000 USD

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