Human Resources Manager
Industry: IT Consulting & Professional Services
Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid – Tue-Thur in office)
Our client, a fast-growing global technology firm providing IT consulting and solutions to industries ranging from financial services to manufacturing, is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role requires a hands-on, knowledgeable HR professional who can manage a variety of tasks, including employee relations, immigration cases, compensation analysis, and performance management. This role demands a proactive doer who can ensure compliance, foster a high-performing culture, and handle all HR responsibilities with precision and prompt attention to detail.
Responsibilities of the HR Manager
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers, offering guidance and resolving issues in a timely, fair, and confidential manner.
- Address workplace conflicts, provide coaching, and ensure a positive work environment that fosters trust and collaboration.
- Lead employee relations programs and activities, including counseling, policy interpretation, and employee recognition.
- Support audits and compliance activities, creating custom reports and supporting documentation as needed.
- Manage the full cycle of immigration cases, including H1B, PERM, and other visa processes. Act as a liaison between employees, legal counsel, and immigration agencies to ensure compliance and timely processing.
- Provide guidance to employees and managers regarding immigration policies and procedures to ensure smooth transitions for international hires.
- Conduct compensation analyses to ensure pay structures are competitive and equitable.
- Collaborate with leadership to review and adjust compensation programs, including salary benchmarking and total rewards packages.
- Support annual salary reviews and merit increase processes with data-driven recommendations.
- Oversee the performance management process to ensure employees receive regular feedback and growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with managers to address performance issues, develop improvement plans, and drive accountability.
- Support leadership in fostering and maintaining a high-performance culture.
- Ensure HR policies and practices comply with local, state, and federal employment laws.
- Administer and communicate company-wide policies and keep the organization updated on relevant legal changes.
- Lead day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle management.
- Collaborate with external vendors for payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS management.
- Understand and manage processes related to billable hours and bench pay.
- Track key HR metrics and prepare reports for leadership, leveraging data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Qualifications of the HR Manager
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
- 5–10 years of relevant HR experience, including at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
- Experience within a technology firm or tech adjacent firm
- Proven experience in employee relations, immigration case management (e.g., H1B, L2), compensation analysis, and performance management.
- Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations, including those in complex jurisdictions like New York and California.
- Experience managing billable hours and bench pay processes.
- Track record of leveraging HR metrics and preparing leadership reports to drive decision-making.
- Experience with any of the following systems is a plus: Trinet for Payroll, Employee Navigator for Benefits, SAP Systems, or NetSuite (planned implementation).
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
- Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at all levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical skills, particularly in compensation analysis and performance metrics.
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work through complex issues and provide practical solutions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive HR professional to make a significant impact in a growing company. If you're ready to take on a dynamic, hands-on role, apply now!