Onsite HR Shared Services Specialist (Contract)

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience. 

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

We’re building an HR experience that is responsive, reliable, and rooted in trust—and our Shared Services team plays a critical role in making that happen. This Contract Shared Service Specialist is a key contributor to this mission, serving as the primary Human Resource contact for all North America inquiries and ensuring employees receive clear, timely, and accurate support. 

This role acts as a subject matter expert across core topics that touch every aspect of the employee lifecycle—including onboarding, payroll, benefits, compensation, policies, timekeeping, holidays, and offboarding. This role is pivotal for our organization to maintain high standards of data accuracy, documentation, and service delivery. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values curiosity, continuous improvement, and a commitment to doing what’s right for employees. 

In addition to owning onboarding and routine HR transactions, the Specialist provides essential support for compliance, audit, and risk related activities. This includes labor law alignment, tax and location validations, government information requests, and coordination with internal teams such as Internal Audit, Legal, Immigration, and HRIS. 

This is an onsite position in Newark, CA. Please note, this is a contract role scoped for approx. 6 months with the potential for extension. 

You Will 

Employee Support & Ticket Management 

• Serve as the first point of contact for walk‑up questions and HR Helpdesk tickets, providing Tier 1 guidance or routing inquiries to the appropriate HR partner.
• Triage incoming cases, analyze requests, and determine the appropriate resolution, transaction, or escalation path.
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to resolve escalated issues and ensure timely, accurate case closure.
• Maintain detailed case documentation, including troubleshooting steps, resolution notes, and data updates.
• Monitor open cases to ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met and proactively follow up where needed.
• Help curate and maintain HR knowledge base content to ensure accuracy and usability. 

HR Operations & Systems Support 

• Maintain employee files and HRIS records, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely updates.
• Manage pre‑boarding and onboarding activities for all North America, including I‑9 verification, HRIS document completion, and new‑hire orientation logistics.
• Prepare documentation, process routine HR transactions, and manage data entry and reconciliation tasks related to pay, employment history, and HR systems.
• Oversee international transfers, contractor conversions, and work authorization documentation for all North America employees.
• Facilitate conversations with cross functional HR partners to ensure smooth handling of escalations, exceptions, and sensitive employee matters. 

Compliance, Audit, and Risk Support 

• Provide consistent HR support to Internal Audit, Legal, Immigration, and HRIS teams.
• Oversee labor law posting compliance for onsite and remote employees.
• Complete government information requests, including subpoenas, unemployment insurance claims, and verification of employment documentation.
• Lead facilitation of cross functional risk evaluations for new remote work locations, including data gathering, documentation, and coordination with HR partners for legal and tax liability assessments. 
• Own vendor relationship management, including documentation, tracking, and coordination of HR related services. 

You Bring 

• 4–5 years of experience in an HR generalist, HR assistant, HR operations, or compliance focused role, or 2+ years of experience with a Bachelors degree.  
• Experience supporting audit, compliance, or SOX related processes is a strong plus.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with HRIS and ticketing systems such as SuccessFactors Employee Central, Workforce Software, Ceridian Dayforce, Greenhouse ATS, Jira, ServiceNow, or Smartsheet (preferred).
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organization in handling employee data and documentation.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong customer service orientation, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment. 

Pay Transparency: 

Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors. USD $30.00-40.00 / Hour 

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.  Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.  

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations. 

Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

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