Human Resources Specialist
Toronto, London, San Francisco Bay Area, New York
Senior Level
Top Benefits
6 weeks paid vacation
Equity and stock options
RRSP, 401(k), pension contributions
About the role
Who you are
- 3-5 years of experience in a global Human Resources/People Operations role at a fast-paced rapidly scaling global technology company
- Experience operating in small, high-impact teams where adaptability and resourcefulness are key
- A track record of fast action coupled with a passion for tackling people-centric challenges with creativity, resilience and speed
- Exceptional problem solving & detailed administrative skills
- Communication skills that bridge the gap between teams, cultures, and time zones
- Track record of thriving in ambiguity coupled with the ability to balance multiple priorities
- Strong sense of ownership & initiative
- If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply!
What the job involves
- Cohere seeks a dynamic Human Resources Specialist to support our global workforce and drive exceptional employee experiences
- In this role, you’ll be the backbone of our People Operations team, building seamless processes, fostering a culture of collaboration, and solving complex challenges for our employees worldwide
- Be the go-to resource for employees and contractor employees globally, addressing inquiries with empathy, discretion, and actionable solutions
- Administer and optimize Cohere’s global employee benefits programs
- Support Cohere’s new employee onboarding program
- Maintain accurate and compliant employee data in all systems (i.e. BambooHR), ensuring integrity across payroll, reporting, and compliance workflows
- Develop and deliver impactful programs from benefits refreshers to "lunch & learns"
- Serve as the primary liaison with our Employer of Record (EOR) provider and global legal and payroll teams, ensuring alignment on immigration, compliance, and cross-border employment matters
- Administer Cohere’s global immigration program, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to navigate legal requirements and support talent mobility
Benefits
- Six weeks’ paid vacation
- Equity / stock options
- RRSP, 401(k), and Pension Scheme contributions
- Coverage for 100% of your insurance premiums across health, dental, vision, and travel
- Additional coverage for accessing mental health providers/services
- Six months of fully paid parental leave, including adoption and surrogacy
- Financial support for egg freezing and IVF in Canada and the UK
- A monthly fitness and wellness allowance
- Globally dispersed company that supports a remote work culture
- A $2,000 annual education benefit for professional development
- A weekly stipend for meals when working remotely and catered lunch when working from one of our global offices
- A monthly arts and culture allowance
- A monthly quality time allowance
About Cohere
Software Development
501-1000
Cohere is the leading data security-focused enterprise AI company. It is a global technology company co-headquartered in Toronto and San Francisco, with key offices in London and New York. The company builds enterprise-grade frontier AI models with industry-leading multilingual capabilities designed to solve real-world business challenges. Cohere’s AI solutions are cloud-agnostic to meet companies wherever their data is stored and offer the highest levels of security, privacy, and customization with on-premises and private cloud deployment options.
Human Resources Specialist
Toronto, London, San Francisco Bay Area, New York
Senior Level
Top Benefits
6 weeks paid vacation
Equity and stock options
RRSP, 401(k), pension contributions
About the role
Who you are
- 3-5 years of experience in a global Human Resources/People Operations role at a fast-paced rapidly scaling global technology company
- Experience operating in small, high-impact teams where adaptability and resourcefulness are key
- A track record of fast action coupled with a passion for tackling people-centric challenges with creativity, resilience and speed
- Exceptional problem solving & detailed administrative skills
- Communication skills that bridge the gap between teams, cultures, and time zones
- Track record of thriving in ambiguity coupled with the ability to balance multiple priorities
- Strong sense of ownership & initiative
- If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply!
What the job involves
- Cohere seeks a dynamic Human Resources Specialist to support our global workforce and drive exceptional employee experiences
- In this role, you’ll be the backbone of our People Operations team, building seamless processes, fostering a culture of collaboration, and solving complex challenges for our employees worldwide
- Be the go-to resource for employees and contractor employees globally, addressing inquiries with empathy, discretion, and actionable solutions
- Administer and optimize Cohere’s global employee benefits programs
- Support Cohere’s new employee onboarding program
- Maintain accurate and compliant employee data in all systems (i.e. BambooHR), ensuring integrity across payroll, reporting, and compliance workflows
- Develop and deliver impactful programs from benefits refreshers to "lunch & learns"
- Serve as the primary liaison with our Employer of Record (EOR) provider and global legal and payroll teams, ensuring alignment on immigration, compliance, and cross-border employment matters
- Administer Cohere’s global immigration program, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to navigate legal requirements and support talent mobility
Benefits
- Six weeks’ paid vacation
- Equity / stock options
- RRSP, 401(k), and Pension Scheme contributions
- Coverage for 100% of your insurance premiums across health, dental, vision, and travel
- Additional coverage for accessing mental health providers/services
- Six months of fully paid parental leave, including adoption and surrogacy
- Financial support for egg freezing and IVF in Canada and the UK
- A monthly fitness and wellness allowance
- Globally dispersed company that supports a remote work culture
- A $2,000 annual education benefit for professional development
- A weekly stipend for meals when working remotely and catered lunch when working from one of our global offices
- A monthly arts and culture allowance
- A monthly quality time allowance
About Cohere
Software Development
501-1000
Cohere is the leading data security-focused enterprise AI company. It is a global technology company co-headquartered in Toronto and San Francisco, with key offices in London and New York. The company builds enterprise-grade frontier AI models with industry-leading multilingual capabilities designed to solve real-world business challenges. Cohere’s AI solutions are cloud-agnostic to meet companies wherever their data is stored and offer the highest levels of security, privacy, and customization with on-premises and private cloud deployment options.