HR Manager - Employee Relations & Talent Acquisition

The HR Manager, Employee Relations & Talent Acquisition, will play a critical role in shaping a positive and inclusive employee experience while strengthening the company’s talent capabilities. This role serves as a hands-on individual contributor responsible for managing complex employee relations matters, advising leadership on HR strategy, and executing full-cycle recruitment to support business growth.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned HR professional with strong judgment, communication skills, and the ability to navigate sensitive issues while balancing business needs and compliance requirements. This individual will champion a healthy workplace environment, foster trust, and reinforce company culture. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations Serve as a strategic advisor to managers and leaders on performance, behavior, and workplace concerns Manage and conduct investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as internal policies Maintain ER documentation, case records, and risk assessments Identify trends and recommend proactive actions, training, or policy updates Support culture development, engagement, and retention initiatives Build an environment of open communication, respect, and constructive feedback Partner with leaders to enhance manager capability and consistency in handling people matters Talent Acquisition Partner with senior leadership to forecast hiring needs and workforce planning Lead end-to-end recruitment for key roles; establish sourcing strategies and candidate pipelines, including active sourcing, candidate screening, and interview coordination.

Execute employer branding, selection processes, offer negotiations, and onboarding, while handling day-to-day recruitment activities as need. Build strong relationships with hiring managers and ensure consistent hiring standards Drive improvements in recruitment efficiency, candidate experience, and quality of hire Ensure new hires experience a smooth transition and positive early engagement HR Leadership & Operations Contribute to policy development, HR process improvements, and compliance programs Support HRIS accuracy, reporting, and analytics for decision-making Lead or participate in audits, compliance reviews, and HR training initiatives Support DEIB, culture, communication, and employee involvement efforts Promote collaborative working relationships and cross-functional alignment Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field 7+ years of progressive HR experience with strong exposure to employee relations and recruitment Proven ability to manage complex ER issues and advise leadership Strong working knowledge of employment law and compliance requirements Hands-on experience managing full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality