Human Resources / Office Manager Contractor

Gala

Gala is creating entertainment that empowers on the blockchain. Across our family of brands, including Games, Music, Film, Blockchain and VOX, we're empowering creators and fans to build the future of entertainment.

Powered by talent from around the globe, we believe in making bold moves to create products that have never been seen in the marketplace. Gala was founded by Eric Schiermeyer (gaming legend and co-founder of Zynga) and ever since Gala has grown to be a leader in Web3 entertainment.

Under the Gala brand, we have a growing roster of reputable partners across Gaming and Entertainment, including DreamWorks, AMC, and NBCU. Plus, legendary game developers Peter Molyneux and Will Wright and music greats like Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Kings of Leon, and BT.

Our values are based on openness and ownership and the ability to deliver games, experiences, and opportunities to people worldwide. We are breaking down barriers to bring our communities joy, entertainment, and real-world value.

At Gala, we work with flexibility; we have a great time with our colleagues and love getting things done. While working here, you'll imagine and create new and exciting things for the world to enjoy. Your talents and efforts will improve our audiences' lives in the real world.

And this is just the beginning…

About the role

We are expanding our global presence and setting up a new office in Pakistan. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Office Manager with HR expertise to lead the launch and daily operations of our new office, ensuring it runs smoothly while also managing human resources functions. The Office Manager with HR responsibilities will play a pivotal role in establishing and managing our new office in Pakistan. This individual will oversee daily operations, ensure a productive work environment, and lead HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance. This role requires a proactive leader capable of building an office culture that reflects our company's values and fosters growth. This is a full time onsite position where you will have the opportunity to drive the culture of the studio. 

You will be a part of a company of super-achievers who work together to bring forth the evolution of entertainment. The ideal candidate has prior game dev experience, excellent people skills, business acumen, and an exemplary work ethic. We want someone with experience and passion for web3, cryptocurrency, and NFTs. We would love someone with a deep passion for innovation, strong product management skills, and an impressive track record for working in a fast-paced, evolving, creative-minded environment

Important:

• This role requires on-site collaboration at the designated office location, five days a week, subject to project needs and deliverables.
• This role requires significant overlap with US business hours to facilitate collaboration with US teams.

What you'll do

Office Management:

• Set up and manage the day-to-day operations of the new office, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Oversee office logistics, including procurement of office supplies, facility management, and vendor relationships.
• Implement office policies and procedures to maintain a safe, productive, and collaborative environment.
• Serve as the point of contact for any office-related issues and ensure they are resolved promptly.
• Coordinate and organise office events, meetings, and team-building activities.

Human Resources:

• Lead the recruitment process for the Pakistan office, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and hiring.
• Oversee onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring they are integrated smoothly into the company and office culture.
• Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, performance reviews, and feedback sessions.
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws and regulations, including payroll, employee benefits, and health and safety standards.
• Develop and implement HR policies and practices that align with the overall company goals and values.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Collaborate with leadership to define office goals and KPIs, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Foster a positive and inclusive office culture that reflects the company’s mission and values.
• Act as a liaison between the Pakistan office and the company’s global headquarters, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Provide support and guidance to employees on HR matters, including career development, training opportunities, and work-life balance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Proven experience in office management and HR roles, ideally in a startup or fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of local labor laws and HR best practices in Pakistan.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage office operations and HR functions simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to foster a positive team culture.
• Experience in recruitment, onboarding, and managing employee relations.
• Proficient in office management tools, HR systems, and collaboration platforms.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to take initiative and make decisions independently.
• Experience in setting up a new office or leading expansion efforts.
• Familiarity with the web3 industry, blockchain technologies, or tech startups.
• Ability to work United States business hours 
• Fluency in both English and Urdu is preferred.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) is a plus.
• Self-motivated, stellar work ethic, fun collaborator
• Excited by problem-solving
• Fearless

#LI-Onsite

Gala is an equal-opportunity employer and adopts a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• U.S. based Employees receive 100% employee-covered benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program and much more

NEXT STEPS

If you have the experience, passion, and drive to join our team, then please submit a resume by clicking the apply button below!

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for our positions. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country indicated by the job description without the need for visa sponsorship.

Gala does not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including, and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Gala will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. We kindly ask that external recruitment agencies or third-party vendors refrain from contacting any managers or senior leadership directly regarding job postings or potential candidate submissions.