Lead HR Generalist, Benefits

GitLab is hiring a Lead HR Generalist, Benefits to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead HR Generalist, Benefits, you'll support our people and build a great remote culture. This is a freelance, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (EST)). About the role You'll support our people and build a great remote culture, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Support hiring and onboarding • Administer benefits and policies • Manage HR processes and the employee lifecycle • Maintain accurate HR records • Advise managers on people matters What we offer: • Home office and wellness stipends • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Generous paid time off and company holidays How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. GitLab is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Discretion and confidentiality • HR experience • Knowledge of employment practices • Strong interpersonal skills Nice to have: • Familiarity with modern collaboration tools (Slack, Notion, Linear) • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team