People and Culture Manager

On-Site / Full-Time / Denver, CO

About Pardon

Optimism is a venture studio creating media brands that transform how people see the world. As a team of creative entrepreneurs, we develop and launch ventures that foster community, encourage new ways of thinking, and create the context for positive change to occur. Our ventures are focused on art and wellness, all of which spark wonder and curiosity and are enjoyed by millions of readers every day.

Role Overview:

The People Manager will be the go-to person for all things people-related. You will own the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to offboarding, while supporting our Head of Alignment with cultural initiatives that make Optimism an exceptional place to work. This is a hands-on, strategic role where you’ll collaborate with leadership and employees to shape our people's experience, policies, and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

People Operations & HR:

Lead all people operations, including employee relations, policies, performance management, and compliance.
Maintain and improve HR systems, processes, and documentation.
Manage benefits, compensation, and payroll in partnership with finance.

Recruiting & Onboarding:

Own the full-cycle recruiting process: sourcing, interviewing, selection, and offer management.
Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and deliver a smooth, positive candidate experience.
Design and execute onboarding processes to set new hires up for success.

Offboarding:

Manage offboarding processes with empathy and professionalism, ensuring knowledge transfer and compliance.

Culture & Engagement:

Champion cultural initiatives that align with the family office’s values and mission.
Organize employee engagement programs, events, and feedback mechanisms.
Support professional development and growth opportunities across the team.

What You Bring:

5+ years of experience in People Operations, HR, or related roles, preferably in a fast-paced, small to mid-sized organization.
Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment and HR processes.
Strong understanding of HR compliance, labor laws, and best practices.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently, maintain discretion, and handle sensitive matters with care.
Passion for creating an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace culture.

Salary:

This role will pay between $75,000 and $85,000 annually.

Benefits and Perks:

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
Generous perks
Paid Parental Leave
Unlimited PTO
Retirement Plan

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