Client HR Partner

Paylocity is an award‑winning provider of cloud‑based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the fastest‑growing HCM software providers worldwide by offering an intuitive, easy‑to‑use product suite that helps businesses automate and streamline HR and payroll processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.

Job Type: Full‑time

This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in‑office requirements. You must be available five days per week during designated work hours. The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on‑site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary.

This role serves as a trusted, client‑facing HR advisor supporting client organizations across the full employee lifecycle—from hiring through separation. It partners closely with client leadership to design, implement, and sustain effective HR practices aligned to business strategy, compliance requirements, and workforce needs. The consultant may work remotely and onsite, depending on client need, and is expected to maintain strong relationships while navigating the boundaries of the MSO service model.

The below represents the primary duties of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for assigned clients, acting as a trusted advisor on people strategy, compliance, and employee relations.
• Build strong relationships with client executives and managers through regular touchpoints, including onsite visits when required.
• Translate client business goals into practical HR recommendations aligned with organizational culture and risk tolerance.
• Position will require travel to clients up to 50%.

• Advise on recruiting practices, onboarding processes, job design, and workforce planning.
• Provide guidance on performance management, corrective action, and employee relations matters.
• Support termination decisions, documentation, and risk mitigation consistent with applicable laws and the governing service model.

• Support clients with compensation philosophy, job leveling, pay practices, and market alignment (within defined advisory boundaries).
• Develop, review, and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures.
• Advise on federal, state, and local employment law compliance, escalating complex or high‑risk matters appropriately.

• Partner with internal payroll, benefits, and HR operations teams to ensure accurate execution of HR programs.
• Assist clients with benefits administration questions, leave management, and HR system navigation.
• Ensure HR documentation and practices align with service agreements and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Active HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRMCP, or SHRMSCP) required.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations, compliance, and policy development.
• Demonstrated experience in a strategic HR partner role.
• Strong working knowledge of multistate employment laws and HR best practices.

• Prior work in a PEO, ASO, or managed services environment.

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