HR & Administrative Associate

Founded in 2015 by CEO Barry Silbert, Digital Currency Group is the most active investor in the blockchain sector with a mission to accelerate the development of a better financial system through the proliferation of digital assets and blockchain technology. Today, DCG sits at the epicenter of the industry, backing more than 200 blockchain-related companies in over 35 countries. DCG also invests directly in digital currencies and other digital assets.

We passionately believe digital currency and blockchain technology will drive global economic and social change. Our unique model enables us to deploy our resources to build over the long term.

What is the Role:

We are seeking an HR Associate who will also serve as an Executive Assistant to both the Chief Administrative Officer/HR function and Chief Security Officer. This unique dual-role is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, thoughtful, and detail-oriented individual looking to grow their HR career while supporting senior executives in a dynamic environment.

If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving space and are eager to learn and wear multiple hats, we want to hear from you!

HR Responsibilities (75%):

• Day-to-Day HR Support: Assist HR leadership with various administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, maintaining employee records, preparing reports, and handling confidential information.
• Recruiting Coordination: Partner with HR leadership and hiring managers to coordinate the recruiting process, including posting job openings, reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
• Onboarding & Offboarding: Manage the onboarding process for new employees and facilitate the offboarding process for departing employees, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Payroll Processing: Assist with processing payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in collaboration with the finance team.
• HR Projects: Assist with various ad-hoc HR initiatives and projects, including policy updates, employee engagement activities, and training programs.
• Culture & Employee Engagement: Support and help implement culture-building initiatives, employee appreciation incentives, and programs to foster a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Budgeting: Collaborate with the HR team to assist in HR-related budgeting and tracking of expenses.
• HR Growth: Gain exposure to various HR generalist functions, including, talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, learning & development, employee relations, developing the skills to grow into a well-rounded HR professional.

Executive Assistant Responsibilities (25%):

• Calendar Management: Coordinate and manage the calendars of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Chief Security Officer (CSO), scheduling meetings and ensuring efficient use of their time.
• Expense Management: Assist with processing expense reports and managing reimbursements.
• Travel Coordination: Organize and manage travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and ground transportation.
• Ad-hoc Projects and Presentation Preparation: Security and Facilities related research, communications, and/or projects with regard to business and procedural updates.

What you will bring:

• Detail-Oriented & Proactive: Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Ability to anticipate needs and proactively address issues.
• Positive Attitude & Team Player: A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn. Collaborative and ready to jump in wherever needed, with a strong desire to contribute to a supportive, inclusive environment.
• Trusted Partner: Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion. Serve as a reliable, approachable resource for employees.
• Forward-Thinking & Continuous Improvement Mindset: Bring your ideas to the table! We need someone who is forward-thinking and will help improve HR and security processes and systems to streamline and enhance employee experience.
• Intellectual Curiosity: A desire to learn about our complex, rapidly evolving business and to grow within the HR field, staying on top of news and best practices.
• Adaptable & Agile: Comfort with ambiguity and change, and an eagerness to pick up new things and solve new challenges in a creative way.

Qualifications:

• Experience: A minimum of 2-3 years working in an HR capacity, with experience in recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and general HR operations.
• Executive Support: Prior experience working with senior leaders and comfort with calendar management, capturing meeting notes, travel coordination, and expense reporting.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and comfortable using HR software (e.g., HRIS, ATS systems).
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact and build relationships with all levels of employees.

What We Offer:

• Inspiring colleagues and an invigorating start-up environment
• Competitive base salary, bonus and incentive compensation
• Company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
• Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
• 401K plan
• Pre-tax transit and parking program and flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care
• Unlimited PTO / Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• New water-front office with world-class perks and amenities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.