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HR Generalist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian HR professionals can pursue U.S. roles year-round without the H-1B visa registration window.
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We are seeking a people-focused and service-oriented HR Generalist to serve as the first point of contact for employee questions and support a broad range of human resources initiatives. This role will partner closely with employees, managers, recruiters, and People team members to deliver an exceptional employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle. The HR Generalist will assist with onboarding, offboarding, HR operations, and select HR partnering activities while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment practices.
Who We Are
We are a group of individuals passionate about genetic discovery. 23andMe Research Institute is a nonprofit medical research organization that enables people everywhere to access their genetic information, learn about themselves, and participate in the world's largest crowdsourced research initiative. The Institute aims to be the world's most significant contributor to scientific advancement, uniting people with the common goal of improving health and deepening our understanding of DNA — the code of life.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions regarding policies and general HR matters.
- Respond to employee inquiries in a timely, professional, and customer-service-oriented manner.
- Maintain employee records and ensure HR systems and documentation remain accurate and up to date.
- Assist with HR communications, policy updates, and employee programs.
- Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding activities to ensure a smooth and positive employee experience.
- Prepare and process new hires and system setup.
- Partner with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to ensure onboarding milestones are completed.
- Help manage employee offboarding processes, including exit interviews, separation documentation, system access coordination, and final employee communications.
- Partner closely with Recruiting Partners to help coordinate candidate interviews and scheduling across multiple stakeholders.
- Assist with offer preparation, pre-employment processes, and onboarding transitions.
- Help maintain recruiting records and support hiring initiatives as needed.
- Assist with employee engagement initiatives, organizational changes, talent planning, and performance processes.
- Help identify trends and recommend solutions to improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of progressive HR experience in a generalist, coordinator, or people operations role.
- Experience supporting onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
About us
23andMe, headquartered in California, is a leading consumer genetics and research company. The company’s mission is to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. 23andMe has pioneered direct access to genetic information as the only company with multiple FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports. The company has created the world’s largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate. 23andMe research participants consent to research conducted by 23andMe which is overseen by an independent third-party Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulated under the 'Common Rule' (45 CFR part 46). More information is available at www.23andme.com/research.
At 23andMe, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at accommodations-ext@23andme.com. 23andMe will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
Please note: 23andMe does not accept agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you.
Pay Transparency
23andMe takes a market-based approach to pay, and amounts will vary depending on your geographic location. The salary range reflected here is for a candidate based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
LOCATION
San Francisco Bay Area Base Pay Range
$100,000 — $130,000 USD
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a people-focused and service-oriented HR Generalist to serve as the first point of contact for employee questions and support a broad range of human resources initiatives. This role will partner closely with employees, managers, recruiters, and People team members to deliver an exceptional employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle. The HR Generalist will assist with onboarding, offboarding, HR operations, and select HR partnering activities while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment practices.
Who We Are
We are a group of individuals passionate about genetic discovery. 23andMe Research Institute is a nonprofit medical research organization that enables people everywhere to access their genetic information, learn about themselves, and participate in the world's largest crowdsourced research initiative. The Institute aims to be the world's most significant contributor to scientific advancement, uniting people with the common goal of improving health and deepening our understanding of DNA — the code of life.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions regarding policies and general HR matters.
- Respond to employee inquiries in a timely, professional, and customer-service-oriented manner.
- Maintain employee records and ensure HR systems and documentation remain accurate and up to date.
- Assist with HR communications, policy updates, and employee programs.
- Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding activities to ensure a smooth and positive employee experience.
- Prepare and process new hires and system setup.
- Partner with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to ensure onboarding milestones are completed.
- Help manage employee offboarding processes, including exit interviews, separation documentation, system access coordination, and final employee communications.
- Partner closely with Recruiting Partners to help coordinate candidate interviews and scheduling across multiple stakeholders.
- Assist with offer preparation, pre-employment processes, and onboarding transitions.
- Help maintain recruiting records and support hiring initiatives as needed.
- Assist with employee engagement initiatives, organizational changes, talent planning, and performance processes.
- Help identify trends and recommend solutions to improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of progressive HR experience in a generalist, coordinator, or people operations role.
- Experience supporting onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
About us
23andMe, headquartered in California, is a leading consumer genetics and research company. The company’s mission is to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. 23andMe has pioneered direct access to genetic information as the only company with multiple FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports. The company has created the world’s largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate. 23andMe research participants consent to research conducted by 23andMe which is overseen by an independent third-party Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulated under the 'Common Rule' (45 CFR part 46). More information is available at www.23andme.com/research.
At 23andMe, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at accommodations-ext@23andme.com. 23andMe will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
Please note: 23andMe does not accept agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you.
Pay Transparency
23andMe takes a market-based approach to pay, and amounts will vary depending on your geographic location. The salary range reflected here is for a candidate based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
LOCATION
San Francisco Bay Area Base Pay Range
$100,000 — $130,000 USD
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Get your credentials formally evaluated first
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted for E-3 visa purposes, but some employers will ask for a credential evaluation. Get a formal equivalency letter from a NACES-recognised evaluator before you start applying so you're ready when an employer asks.
Target employers with active LCA filing histories
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find companies that have filed LCAs for HR roles. An employer who has done it before is far less likely to stall at the sponsorship conversation.
Search Migrate Mate for E-3-specific HR roles
Use Migrate Mate to find HR Generalist positions posted by employers already familiar with E-3 sponsorship. Filtering by visa type surfaces roles where the employer has confirmed willingness to sponsor, cutting out the back-and-forth early in the process.
Address SHRM certifications strategically in applications
U.S. employers frequently expect PHR or SHRM-CP credentials for generalist roles. If you hold an equivalent Australian HR certification, frame it directly against those designations in your resume so hiring managers don't assume a gap.
Negotiate LCA filing into your offer timeline
The DOL must certify the LCA before your consulate appointment can be scheduled, and that process takes around seven business days. Build this into your start date negotiation so your employer doesn't set an unrealistic onboarding date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full paperwork process
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. HR roles in multi-state or remote configurations add complexity around work location compliance that a dedicated E-3 expert will catch.
E-3 Visa HR Generalist: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find HR Generalist jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for HR Generalist roles with confirmed E-3 sponsorship. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, so you end up cold-pitching sponsorship to employers who have never heard of the E-3. Migrate Mate surfaces positions from employers who have already indicated willingness to sponsor Australian nationals.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an HR Generalist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, HR Generalist roles can qualify as a specialty occupation when the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, organizational psychology, or a closely related field. The key is that the degree requirement must be tied to the role's actual duties. Generalist positions that accept any degree or no degree at all can face scrutiny at the consulate, so the job description wording matters.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for HR Generalist roles in the U.S.?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply whenever you have a job offer. The H-1B requires entering a random lottery in April with only a roughly one-in-four chance of selection, and you can't start until October 1 of that year. For Australian HR professionals, the E-3 is a direct path with no timing gamble.
Can I change HR employers after arriving on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but the process starts fresh with each new employer. Your current E-3 is tied to a specific employer and LCA, so your new employer must file a new LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before you can work for them. You can't transfer the visa the way some other statuses allow, so plan for a potential gap between roles.