Human Resources Operations Manager

The focus of this role will be heavily focused on daily operational and administrative tasks within the Human Resources function. In this role you will have significant responsibility for our HRIS platform (Paylocity), leave management, benefits administration, and strategic project administration. This role is critical in providing additional support so the HR team can take on additional strategic initiatives in support of our growing global team.

This position would be well-suited for an energetic, driven, and analytical individual looking to take the next step in their HR career or grow their skills cross-functionally.

This hybrid role will be based out of our Seattle office with 2-3 days onsite and the rest of the week working remotely; onsite responsibilities will decrease to approximately 2 days per month following the training period.

• System admin responsible for HRIS (Paylocity) including daily operational tasks, reporting, data entry, maintenance and routine audits.
• Provides operational and administrative support to the human resources function in the areas of compliance, leave management, benefits administration, and strategic project administration.
• Support new hire orientations, routine reporting outside of HRIS, and payroll preparation activities.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Partners with supervisor on annual benefits open enrollment ensuring a smooth process for all employees and benefits carriers.
• Partners with supervisor and HR team members to advance overall department goals and contribute to organizational success.
• Other tasks as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or related field or related experience
• 5+ years of experience within the HR function, 3+ years with a related Master’s degree
• Experience with HRIS and ATS operational tasks required
• Some knowledge of leave management and multi-state compliance required
• Experience assisting with benefits administration highly preferred
• Experience working remotely is highly preferred
• Knowledge of leave management and multi-state compliance is highly preferred
• Experience in life science, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industries highly preferred

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Consistent demonstration of following up and managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines with minimal manager follow-up required
• Highly skilled with Microsoft Office Suite

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