People & Culture Specialist

Morale Master Wanted: You know that a thriving team isn’t built on policies and perks. It’s about connection, communication, and making people feel valued every single day. You’re the kind of person who remembers birthdays, notices when someone’s off their game, and turns “just another day at work” into something people actually look forward to. 

So, if you know how to balance heart with strategy, process with personality, and can make “HR” feel human, let’s talk. AlgaeCal is looking for a People & Culture Specialist to help us build an extraordinary, aligned, values-driven team.

This job will give you ALL the feels:

At AlgaeCal, we’re driven by a single idea. To end the fear of bone loss. In the United States, an estimated 54 million people have low bone density. 

The good news? AlgaeCal has the world’s only clinically-backed natural solution to this problem. We give hope to everyone worried about bone loss. If that excites you, you’ll find no better place to continue your career than at AlgaeCal. 

You’ll love it here:

• You’ll be working with a great team.
  The People and Culture team at AlgaeCal knows what it takes to build an amazing workplace. They’ve hired more top talent than Stephen Spielberg. And they’ve solved so many challenges that they practically have an honorary degree in “People Wrangling.” Best of all? They’re approachable, funny, and genuinely care about every team member’s growth.
• You’ll use your powers for good.
  This isn’t one of those HR roles that drains you with endless paperwork. Quite the opposite! You’ll be supporting initiatives that make a real difference, building a workplace that champions health, happiness, and balance. You’ll be empowering managers, uplifting employees, and shaping a culture where people can thrive.
• No handholding required.
  We’ll set you up with a clear set of  KPIs, then give you the space to do what you do best. You’ll have the freedom to bring your ideas to life and make an impact, without anyone looking over your shoulder.
• We don’t have mattresses at the office.
  You’ll be glad to know this isn’t one of those soul-sucking jobs where endless hours are the norm. We believe in work-life balance. We enjoy our life, and we want you to enjoy yours, too.

This job might be for you if you’ve got…

• A resume that makes us sit up and take notice. You’ve got 3+ years of People & Culture experience and can give us real, quantifiable examples of how you’ve built a workplace where people felt valued, supported, and genuinely excited to show up every day.
• A mind like a top-tier event planner. You don’t just organize team events, you create experiences people actually look forward to. From monthly team-building to helping our remote team feel connected, you bring people together in meaningful ways. And you know the little things, anniversaries, birthdays, life milestones, matter just as much.
• Survey smarts. Some people think engagement is a guessing game. But you pity those fools! Your resume proves that you know how to run surveys, pulse checks, and internal interviews to track trends, gather feedback, and find real ways to keep the team happy.
• A knack for structure (but not the boring kind). You’re great at keeping P&C files, legal docs, and performance records in order, so nothing falls through the cracks. From refining handbooks to tracking vacation days in BambooHR, you know how to make sure everything runs smoothly and stays compliant.
• The mindset of a coach. You’re all about growth, so you’ll be able to share examples of how you’ve helped leaders navigate performance reviews, supporting career development, and making sure every team member feels heard. You know that retention starts with real conversations, and you love to help people thrive.
• Onboarding, off-boarding, and everything in between. You make sure new hires feel welcome, confident, and set up for success, covering everything from company values to IT and internal SOPs. And when it’s time for teammates to move on, you know how to ensure a smooth, respectful transition.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms like BambooHR and internal communication tools like Slack. Plus, if you’ve got experience organizing employee recognition programs or engagement activities, that’s a huge bonus!
  

Now, time to be honest: is this really you? If you’re nodding your head and feeling that flutter of excitement, then we can’t wait to meet you.

Other Qualities You’ll Need

At AlgaeCal we’re going to insist that you have these 3 qualities:

• You’re humble--you put the team and others’ needs ahead of your own
• You’re hungry to learn more
• You’re people smart--in the sense that you’re a great teammate

What Will You Earn? 

We believe in rewarding top talent. Let’s talk about salary once we’ve had the chance to get to know you better. Rest assured, we’re generous and offer above-market pay for the right person. If you bring the skills and experience, we’ll make sure the compensation reflects that.

You’ll also enjoy the following benefits:

• A generous healthcare package
• Monthly team events and activities
• Flexible Stat Holidays with the option to bank days for later use
• Weekly team lunches
• Casual dress code
• Incredible dog friendly, Yaletown office one block from SkyTrain

And above all, you’ll join a team that you’ll never want to leave. Culture is everything to us. Yes, we work extremely hard to change as many people’s lives as possible. But we know how to have fun and reward ourselves too.

How To Apply

So, do you have what it takes to become the next member of team AlgaeCal?

Job opportunities like this don’t come along often, and we’ve got a lot to offer our successful applicant. So, to make sure our future People & Culture Specialist is the real-deal, will be a great fit, and will thrive at AlgaeCal, we ask a little more than your run-of-the-mill job application:

If this sounds like a position for you, please respond to this advertisement with your resume and cover letter. Please, read carefully:

1. Write a cover letter addressing:

1. Why are you the best People & Culture Specialist for this role? Give quantifiable examples of related achievements.
2. Describe why you fit perfectly with our values. Read them here:
3. What's the toughest challenge you’ve ever overcome in your life? How did you overcome it?
4. What are the last three books you’ve read?
5. What do you do for fun?

2. Explain what you’re doing now for a job:

1.  If you don’t have one, explain why.
2.  If you have one, explain why you’re looking elsewhere.

3. Upload your cover letter and resume

1. Ensure that your cover letter and resume are saved and sent as one file.

Yes, our hiring process is challenging, but it’s our way of selecting the best--and your way of ensuring your AlgaeCal teammates are tops.

Click the “Apply Now” button on this page and upload your cover letter and resume.

***Note: Please include your cover letter WITH your resume in one document. Applications without a cover letter will not be read!***

We are looking to hire as soon as we find the right person, so act quickly and you can also expect a prompt response.