HR Business Lead

Location:

Fairfax, VA

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (3 days per week in office)

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Human Resources Professional to oversee the day‑to‑day delivery of HR programs and services for our US based company of 200 employees. This role will serve as a trusted partner to employees and managers across all areas of Human Resources. The HR Lead will have broad responsibility across benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, compliance, immigration processes, HR audits, payroll coordination, and HR operations.

The role also provides direct supervision and development support to the HR Administrator. The ideal candidate is a well‑rounded HR professional who enjoys balancing employee support, operational excellence, and compliance while partnering with leaders to support business objectives.

• Serve as the primary HR contact for employees and managers across the US business.
• Provide practical guidance and support on employee relations matters, workplace policies, and HR best practices.
• Partner with managers to address employee concerns, resolve workplace issues, and support positive employee outcomes.
• Build strong relationships across the organization and promote a positive employee experience.

• Manage the administration of company benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA, and other employee offerings.
• Act as the primary liaison with benefits brokers and vendors.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities and employee benefit communications.
• Support benefits compliance and reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to enhance employee understanding and utilization of benefit programs.

• Ensure HR practices remain compliant with applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Manage HR audits (401K and ESOP).
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records and documentation to include benefits, I-9, personnel records, and retirement plan-related activities
• Partner with external immigration counsel to support employment-based visa sponsor ships and immigration processes.
• Track immigration cases, documentation requirements, and renewal timelines.
• Support policy reviews and HR compliance initiatives.

• Lead local administration of the performance review process, including review cycles, communications, and manager support.
• Coach managers on performance management, employee development, documentation, and performance improvement processes.
• Support organizational effectiveness and employee engagement initiatives.
• Provide guidance on policy interpretation and employee relations matters.

• Oversee HR-related payroll inputs, including employee changes, benefit deductions, and compensation updates.
• Partner closely with payroll and finance teams to ensure accurate processing.
• Maintain data integrity within HR systems and employee records.
• Produce HR reporting and workforce metrics as needed.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and the employee experience.

• Provide day‑to‑day supervision, guidance, and development support to the HR Administrator.
• Delegate and prioritize responsibilities to ensure efficient delivery of HR services.
• Foster a collaborative, service‑oriented HR function.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of progressive Human Resources experience across multiple HR disciplines.
• Experience managing employee benefits programs and vendor…