HR Generalist

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Overview

About ai& ai& is a new global AI technology company dedicated to meeting the world's growing demand for AI. Our vision is twofold: to serve as a premier AI lab specializing in localization, and to act as a global infrastructure and compute provider.

Key Responsibilities

People Operations Setup Build ai&'s people operations infrastructure from scratch. Establish the HR systems, processes, policies, and documentation that allow the company to operate and scale compliantly and effectively.

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ai& is a new global AI technology company dedicated to meeting the world's growing demand for AI. Our vision is twofold: to serve as a premier AI lab specializing in localization, and to act as a global infrastructure and compute provider. We are building a unified, optimized global platform that integrates next-generation data centers and infrastructure, heterogeneous compute serving, and advanced model services. We believe that the most effective way to build and scale AI is to own the stack from top to bottom.

At ai&, we empower small teams with the autonomy needed to tackle significant challenges. Our approach is to deconstruct large problems into manageable components and solve complex issues collaboratively. We seek highly motivated, mission-driven individuals who demonstrate strong personal agency. We value curiosity as the foundation of talent, and we are looking for people eager to develop alongside our evolving technology and expanding business.

We are actively hiring worldwide, with presence in Tokyo, SF, Austin, and Toronto. We are more than happy to meet exceptional talent where they are.

As our HR generalist, you will build and run the people operations function at ai& from the ground up. This is our first dedicated HR role and you will be the person who defines what great looks like from hiring processes and onboarding to compensation frameworks, compliance, and culture. You will work across our global locations with a primary focus on Japan, ensuring that as we scale we do not lose the things that make ai& a great place to work.

This is a hands-on role. You will build the systems, processes, and policies that the company runs on, and you will do it while also executing the day-to-day HR operations that a fast-growing team needs. You will work directly with leadership and every team in the company, and you will be the person that the team trusts to be in their corner.

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What We Offer

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✓HR Generalist Experience You have built or run HR operations at a startup or fast-growing company. You are comfortable owning a wide surface area and you know how to prioritize when everything feels urgent.

✓Japan HR & Labor Law Knowledge Deep familiarity with Japanese employment law, labor regulations, and HR practices. You can navigate the local requirements confidently and advise leadership on compliance matters.

✓Bilingual Fluency Professional fluency in Japanese and English is required. You operate seamlessly across our Japanese and international teams.

✓People-First Instinct You genuinely care about the people you support. You build trust quickly, handle sensitive situations with maturity, and always act in the best interest of both the individual and the company.

✓Operational Rigor You build systems that work. Your processes are clear, your documentation is accurate, and the people around you always know what to expect.

✓Bias for Action You see what needs to be done and you do it. You do not wait for a fully specified process and you take ownership of outcomes rather than tasks.

✓Great Team Spirit A mission-driven approach to operations, valuing clear communication, hands-on execution, and collective success over individual silos.