Job Description

Woods & Co Recruitment has partnered with an expanding, global wellness brand pioneering a completely new category in beauty and wellness. Offering a unique, studio-led experience that blends advanced skincare, innovative tools, and technology to deliver transformative results. With headquarters in London and studios across the UK and US, they're poised for exciting growth in new markets.

As the US People Partner, you’ll play a key role in supporting teams across New York and California. You’ll collaborate closely with Studio Managers, the Education team, and the UK-based People team to deliver day-to-day HR support. 
This is a true generalist opportunity with responsibilities ranging from employee relations and hiring coordination to cultural initiatives and onboarding. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment and is passionate about creating outstanding employee experiences.

What’s in it for you:

• $80,000 - $90,000 salary. 
• Hybrid | Manhattan office location 
• Medical, dental and vision 
• PTO 
• 2 weeks annually - You can work from anywhere you choose
• Additional paid day off for each year of service - capped at 5 years
• Half day on the last Friday of every month
• Personal as well as friends and family discounts
• Access to our free and confidential employee assistance program
• Impactful work, driving the US expansion

What do you do:

• Oversee employee relations & compliance as the primary contact for people matters; lead ER cases and ensure alignment with NY and CA employment laws.
• Maintain US employee handbooks; update and roll out policies in partnership with legal advisors.
• Manage onboarding/off-boarding, right-to-work checks, and HR system processes to ensure compliance and a seamless employee experience.
• Collaborate with Finance to support payroll accuracy, timekeeping, and maintenance of employee records.
• Coordinate US studio hiring in partnership with the UK people team; manage ATS and lead local talent outreach.
• Drive DEI, recognition, and studio engagement programs to foster a values-led and consistent culture.
• Own studio-level reporting on probation, absence, training, and engagement to inform people strategies.

What do you need:

• NYC-based and willing to be present across our 4 studio locations at least twice per week.   
• 4–6 years of experience in HR generalist, People Partner, or similar roles, within retail, wellness, or hospitality. 
• Strong working knowledge of NY and CA employment law, and experience in managing sensitive ER matters. 
• Comfortable using HR systems and tools (experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred)
• Experience overseeing end-to-end employee lifecycles. 
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and relationship-building skills. 
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a positive can-do attitude.

If you’re as passionate about this position as we are then, feel free to apply now! We are interviewing immediately! To find out more about this position, please reach out to Lucy on (322) 280-1342 or Lucy@woodsco.global
   
Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that values and celebrates all backgrounds and experiences. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, nationality, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.