Compensation & Benefit Expert

About Plaud Inc.

Plaud is building the world's most trusted AI work companion for professionals to elevate productivity and performance through note-taking solutions, loved by over 1,000,000 users worldwide since 2023. With a mission to amplify human intelligence, Plaud is building the next-generation intelligence infrastructure and interfaces to capture, extract, and utilize what you say, hear, see, and think.

Plaud Inc. is a Delaware-incorporated, San Francisco-based company pushing the boundary of human–AI intelligence through a hardware–software combination. With SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO27001, ISO27701, and EN18031 compliance, Plaud is committed to the highest standards of data security and privacy protection.

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Why You Should Join Us

Plaud is building the next generation intelligence infrastructure and interfaces to capture, extract, and utilize intelligence from what people say, hear, see, and think.

• Plaud is a bootstrapped, skyrocketing, profitable company with a $250M revenue run rate achieved in just three years.

• Define the next-gen paradigm for human-AI interaction.

• Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI for Pro tools and play a direct role in our global expansion.

• Work with passionate teammates who value innovation, collaboration, and customer success.

• Grow your career in a culture that champions continuous learning and fast career development.

• Market-competitive compensation, global exposure, and a vibrant, creativity-fueled work atmosphere.

What You Will Do

• Ensure timely updates to compensation structures and benefit packages to align with business and market changes.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll data with a strong focus on compliance and efficiency.

• Conduct in-depth payroll and compensation data forcast and analysis to support decision-making and optimize cost effectiveness.

• Manage and organize employee stock option (ESOP) data and facilitate timely agreement signings.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and People teams to deliver seamless C&B operations.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience We Look for

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in Compensation & Benefits, Payroll, or HR Operations.

• Strong understanding of payroll management, taxation, and compliance regulations.

• Proficient in Excel / data tools for compensation analysis and reporting.

• Excellent attention to detail, confidentiality, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.

• Strong communication skills in English and Mandarin (both written and verbal).

• Experience in tech, AI, or fast-paced startup environments.

• Familiarity with equity or ESOP administration systems.

• Demonstrated ability to optimize HR processes through automation or analytics tools.

• Exposure to cross-border payroll or international compensation frameworks.

• A passion for building fair, transparent, and scalable reward systems that empower talent growth.

What We Offer

• Founding Team: Opportunity to join the founding team of this new initiative, with meaningful ownership and impact on a fast-growing startup.

• Competitive Compensation: $140K-$180K base salary+performance bonus+Equity.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Top-tier healthcare for employees and dependents, including dental and vision, and a generous employer subsidy.

• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan for full time employees with company matching.

• Paid Time Off: Unlimited PTO, plus 13 paid holidays.

• New Parent Leave: 12 weeks of paid time off to spend time with your new family, regardless of gender.

• Hybrid Office: Minimum of 3x in office per week.

• Gear: New hires are equipped with their choice of new top-of-the-line laptops and workstation setups.

• Perks: Best office equipment. Annual offsites. Free office drinks and snacks.

Plaud is and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.