Human Resources Manager

AP Professionals has an exclusive opportunity with a growing professional services firm that is seeking their first Human Resources Manager.  This position will be responsible for overseeing critical systems within the HR function, with a strong focus on employee relations and development and HR compliance, policies, and procedures. This role will require a confident professional who has demonstrated an ability to build relationships and influence leaders and teams to implement change, create new programs, and  contribute to building a cohesive and productive work environment.

Leadership

• Provides guidance across the business to support inititatives related to recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
• Promotes a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that HR practices are aligned with these principles.
• Collaborates with department managers to address employee concerns and foster positive working relationships.
• Manages employee recognition and engagement programs to boost morale and retention.

Human Resources Operations and Compliance

• Manages human resources policies, procedures, and programs, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of all human resources procedures and is able to implement changes that continue to build programs that are operationally efficient., including
• Manages all recruitment, on-boarding, benefits administration, performance evaluations and career development programs.
• Owns and monitors HR technology and systems to optimize operations.
• Oversees the payroll processing function, ensuring employees are paid properly and timely.

Employee Development

• Develops and implements employee training and development programs that support career growth and business objectives.
• Manages the performance review process.

• This position prefers a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Proven experience in progressive human resources roles.
• A minimum of 5 years of human resources function management.
• Payroll adminstration experience.

• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience interacting with leadership and across a business at all levels in a professional manner that demonstrates confidence and respect for all employees.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in human resources software and systems.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.