People & Culture Generalist

Careers at Keel

Keel Infrastructure is a publicly traded energy and digital infrastructure company that develops and owns data centers and power assets across North America.

At Keel, you’re not just joining a company, you’re helping build the infrastructure behind the future of compute.

Why Keel

We’re at the intersection of energy and technology, two industries transforming in real time.

The work is complex. The pace is fast. The impact is real.

You’ll be part of a team that values:

Ownership— we take responsibility and follow through

Collaboration— we work across teams, functions, and borders

Curiosity— we ask questions and keep learning

Endurance— we build for the long term

What It Feels Like to Work Here

Fast-moving, high-growth, and hands-on

Smart, driven people solving real challenges together

Work that directly supports AI and next-generation infrastructure

Room to grow, stretch, and take on more

What We Offer

Competitive salary, bonus and equity opportunities

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings with company contribution

Employee referral program

We are currently looking for a People & Culture Generalist to join our team

Job Description

Role Summary

The People & Culture (P&C) Generalist will serve as the primary owner of US payroll processing and benefits administration, while also supporting broader day-to-day P&C operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on accuracy and process, but also enjoys being the friendly, knowledgeable face of P&C that employees turn to with questions. You'll work closely with Finance, hiring managers, and external vendors to ensure our people are paid accurately, supported with strong benefits, and given a great employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time for all US employees, including exempt, non-exempt, and multi-state employees as applicable

Maintain payroll records, ensure compliance with federal, New York State, and NYC wage and hour laws

Reconcile payroll data with HRIS and timekeeping systems; resolve discrepancies

Process new hires, terminations, salary changes, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments for all US employees

Partner with Finance/Accounting on any payroll related reporting on an as needed basis

Stay current on payroll compliance regulations

Benefits

Assist employees during open enrollment periods, new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, and terminations

Serve as primary liaison with the Company’s PEO

Support leave of absence administration (FMLA, NY Paid Family Leave, short/long-term disability)

Provide Worker’s Compensation support, as needed, for any NYC based employees

General P&C Administration

Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions related to pay, benefits and policies

Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS

Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork and exit logistics

Support compliance efforts (I-9s, workplace postings, EEO reporting, etc.)

Provide general administrative support to the HR function as needed

Other duties as assigned

Other Info

Monday-Friday hybrid work schedule (3 days per week in person at our NYC office)

Compensation includes base salary within the posted range, a year-end bonus target, and participation in our yearly equity grant

NYC$80,000—$120,000 USD