Human Resources Director

AMX Companies is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR Director to lead general HR administration for the organization while managing key benefits, compliance, and systems functions. Based in our Atlanta office, this role serves as a central point of contact for HR operations across all business locations and partners closely with the Head of People to ensure consistent, compliant, and effective people practices company-wide.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who is equally comfortable handling day-to-day administrative HR work and managing more technical responsibilities such as retirement plan audits, benefits renewals, and HRIS administration.

• Serve as a primary HR point of contact for employees and managers across all business locations
• Manage day-to-day HR administrative functions, including employee records, documentation, and correspondence
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, Georgia state, and local employment regulations
• Draft and maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation

• Oversee the annual 401(k) audit process, serving as the primary internal liaison with auditors and third-party administrators
• Provide ongoing plan support, including compliance monitoring, testing coordination, and issue resolution
• Manage annual benefits renewals, including coordinating with brokers/carriers, evaluating plan options, and communicating changes to employees
• Ensure benefits programs remain compliant with ERISA, ACA, and other applicable regulations

• Own and manage the HRIS platform, including data integrity, system configuration, and user access
• Generate reports and analytics from the HRIS to support business and compliance needs
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with vendors/IT as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes through system optimization

• Oversee collection, organization, and reporting of HR data across all locations
• Manage unemployment claims processes, including documentation, hearings support, and employer responses
• Maintain accurate records to support audits, compliance reviews, and reporting requirements (e.g., EEO-1, ACA reporting)
• Ensure consistent HR practices and data accuracy across multiple business locations

• Serve as a trusted, neutral resource for employees and managers navigating workplace conflicts or concerns
• Investigate employee relations issues (e.g., complaints, disputes, policy violations) in a fair, timely, and confidential manner
• Guide managers on appropriate conflict resolution and progressive discipline approaches
• Thoroughly document all employee relations matters, investigations, and outcomes to ensure a clear, defensible record
• Escalate complex or high-risk issues to the Head of People and/or legal counsel as needed
• Serve as a liaison between the corporate HR function and managers/employees at all business locations
• Communicate policy updates, benefits changes, and HR initiatives clearly and consistently company-wide
• Partner with the Head of People on strategic HR initiatives and reporting

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including benefits administration and HRIS management
• Experience supporting or managing a 401(k) audit and retirement plan compliance
• Strong knowledge of employment law, benefits regulations (ERISA, ACA), and unemployment claims processes
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, UKG, or similar)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across multiple locations and business units
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification
• Experience in a multi-location or multi-site organization
• Advanced Excel/data reporting skills

• Discretion and confidentiality
• Compliance and process orientation
• Cross-functional communication
• Problem-solving and vendor management
• Conflict resolution and sound judgment under pressure
  
  Clear, thorough documentation practices
• Ability to balance administrative detail with strategic HR partnership

* This job description is intended to convey essential job functions and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.*