HR Manager - Onsite

My client is a private equity-backed organization with approximately 100 employees across two offices, one in Texas and one in California. The HR Manager is both a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all human resources programs, policies, and processes that support the companys long-term growth and daily operations in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

This role is instrumental in cultivating an employee-centric culture rooted in collaboration, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement. The HR Manager will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and a resource to employees, helping to bridge communication across all levels while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, particularly in Texas and California.

This is a key role for a dynamic HR professional who thrives in a growing, evolving organization and is excited to build and scale HR infrastructure in alignment with the goals of a PE-backed business.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with company goals.

• Lead full-cycle talent acquisition, including job postings, resume screening, interviews, onboarding, and orientation.

• Drive performance management processes and employee engagement initiatives that support a high-performance culture.

• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, training, development, and succession planning.

• Oversee benefits administration, including enrollments, terminations, COBRA, open enrollment, and carrier billing reconciliation.

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing in Paycom, ensuring data accuracy, benefit deductions, 401(k) contributions, and PTO tracking.

• Lead employee relations matters including coaching, counseling, workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.

• Maintain and regularly update the employee handbook and job descriptions to reflect current laws and business needs.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, with a focus on Texas and California regulations.

• Design and facilitate internal training and organizational development programs to support employee growth.

• Track and analyze key HR metrics and employee data to identify trends and support data-driven decision-making.

• Administer and maintain HRIS platforms (e.g., Paycom), ensuring data integrity and system optimization.

• Manage all HR lifecycle processes including onboarding, offboarding, timekeeping, and retirements.

• Lead and respond to HR-related audits and government agency inquiries.

• Serve as liaison to outsourced vendors for HR operations, IT, benefits, and facilities support.

• Maintain accurate and compliant electronic and physical personnel records.

• Coordinate and oversee employee engagement programs, recognition initiatives, wellness activities, and safety events.

• Act as the main point of contact for employees regarding HR matters, and support third-party coordination for IT and office needs.

• Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.

• 510 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a generalist role with hands-on responsibilities in recruiting, employee relations, and payroll.

• Proven experience advising senior leadership and driving HR initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport across all levels of the organization.

• High emotional intelligence with strong conflict resolution, coaching, and mediation capabilities.

• Strong organizational and project management skills with keen attention to detail and follow-through.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS platforms such as Paycom is strongly preferred.

• Ability to manage and maintain sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, balancing strategic and tactical responsibilities.

• Passion for creating a workplace culture rooted in dignity, respect, inclusion, and continuous improvement.