People Operations Partner

Moonvalley is developing cutting-edge generative AI models designed to power Superbowl-worthy commercials and award-winning cinematic experiences. Our inaugural, cutting-edge HD model, Marey, is built on exclusively licensed and owned data for professional use in Hollywood and enterprise applications.

Our team is an unprecedented convergence of talent across industries. Our elite AI scientists from DeepMind, OpenAI, and Meta, have decades of collective experience in machine learning and computational creativity. We have also established the first AI-enabled movie studio in Hollywood, filled with accomplished filmmakers and visionary creative talent. We work with the top producers, actors, and filmmakers in Hollywood as well as creative-driven global brands. So far we've raised over $70M from world-class investors including General Catalyst, Bessemer, Khosla Ventures & YCombinator – and we're just getting started.

Job Summary:

You will be Moonvalley’s first People person based in North America, reporting to our Senior People Operations Manager based in London UK, working in a very broad ranging role. Including working with our Talent Acquisition team to hire across the Americas, helping our managers to get the best out of their teams, looking after the day to day People needs of our local teams, and some wider operations responsibilities.

This role is based in Los Angeles, with an expectation of being in the office 3 days per week. The office is a fabulous studio space based in East Hollywood, the LA team is predominately office based (4-5 days per week) and you will also support remote workers across the globe.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with the global People team to get the best out of our people

• Support recruitment efforts (including carrying our screening calls)

• Run payroll for US and Canadian entities

• Advise on employment law matters

• Be the go to person for all things People in LA/West Coast

• Grow and develop the Moonvalley culture

What we’re looking for:

The ideal candidate for this role should possess:

• Proven capability in a broad People role

• Experience in building People processes for efficiency and scale

• Experience in fast growth companies

• US and Canadian employment law knowledge

• Experience working in DeepTech or Film will be looked highly upon

• Familiarity with HRIS’s (we use Rippling)

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

In our team, we approach our work with the dedication similar to Olympic athletes. Anticipate occasional late nights and weekends dedicated to our mission. We understand this level of commitment may not suit everyone, and we openly communicate this expectation.

If you're motivated by deeply technical problems, a seemingly never-ending uphill battle and the opportunity to build (and own) a generational technology company, we can give you what you're looking for.

All business roles at Moonvalley are hybrid positions by default, with some fully remote depending on the job scope. We meet a few times every year, usually in London, UK or North America (LA, Toronto) as a company.

If you're excited about the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technology and help shape the future of media and entertainment, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance organizational work

Moonvalley AI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accommodations. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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