HR Manager - bn AUM Fund Manager - Los Angeles, CA

Christopher Whitney is working exclusively with a $10bn investment manager in Los Angeles. The firm has a variety of strategies across alternative investments and a strong track record of success.

We are recruiting an HR Manager to oversee the firm’s core people operations while providing limited support to office management activities. This role is ideal for an HR professional who excels at the operational backbone of HR; payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee lifecycle processes - within a professional services or investment management environment.

While the role includes select office management responsibilities, the primary focus will be on ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient HR operations for a growing, high-performing team.

• Own and manage all HR operations, including payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee records
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees on payroll, benefits, and HR-related inquiries
• Administer employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.), including onboarding, renewals, and vendor coordination
• Ensure compliance with federal, state (California), and local employment laws, including wage and hour regulations
• Manage the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, offboarding, promotions, and employee data changes
• Maintain HRIS systems, ensuring data accuracy, reporting integrity, and process improvements
• Coordinate annual open enrollment and liaise with brokers and benefits providers
• Support performance review cycles and compensation administration from an operational standpoint
• Partner with senior management on HR policies, procedures, and internal controls

• Oversee day-to-day office operations for the Los Angeles office, ensuring a professional and well-run environment
• Coordinate with building management, vendors, and service providers as needed
• Manage office supplies, basic facilities needs, and occasional office projects
• Support office logistics related to onboarding new hires (workstations, access, etc.)
• Assist with internal events or meetings on an as-needed basis

• 6+ years of experience in HR operations, ideally within financial services, investment management, or professional services
• Strong hands-on experience with payroll processing and benefits administration
• Deep understanding of California employment laws and HR compliance requirements
• Experience managing HRIS platforms and working closely with external vendors and brokers
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven
• Comfortable operating independently in a lean, high-accountability environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally at all levels of the organization