Manager – HR Operations

IQEQ is a preeminent service provider to the alternative asset industry. IQEQ works with managers in multiple capacities ranging from hedge fund, private equity fund, and mutual fund launches; private equity fund administration; advisory firm set-up, regulatory registration and infrastructure design; ongoing regulatory compliance (SEC, CFTC, and 40 Act); financial controls and operational support services; compliance and operational related projects and reviews; and outsourced CFO/controller and administration services to private equity fund investments – portfolio companies, real estate assets and energy assets. Our client base is growing, and our existing clients are engaging the firm across the spectrum of our services offerings.

The Regional HR Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the HR operations function, ensuring efficient HR service delivery and adherence to IQ-EQ's policies and procedures. This role involves managing HR payroll and benefits for the region, maintaining accurate people data, and ensuring compliance from a legislation and regulatory point of view.  

Onboarding  

• Oversee full onboarding cycle including new hire orientation  
• Coordinate with Recruiting department on offer process and candidate questions 
• Assist recruiting with resource planning and position postings 
• Ensure completion of electronic I-9 verification process and other required documentation  
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate employee records 
• Identify issues and develop solutions to ensure positive employee onboarding experience  

Payroll Management 

• Manage the payroll review cycle and submission process, ensuring payroll is accurate, timely, and compliant 
• Oversee payroll system setup, maintenance, and integration with other HR systems 
• Support and back up Payroll Associate as needed  

Benefit Administration 

• Administer benefits including implementation of new benefit programs and processing employee enrollments  
• Oversee annual benefit open enrollment  
• Facilitate the resolution of benefit related issues and questions  
• Analyze plan design and costs to optimize plan efficiency 
• Collaborate with benefit brokers and vendors to ensure successful benefit administration  

HR Operations 

• Maintain and ensure accuracy and integrity of HR data in SAP HR, Paylocity, and other relevant systems 
• Administer employee changes such as promotions, pay changes, etc. 
• Provide day to day support and advice on HR operations to Payroll and HR leads  
• Deploy annual companywide HR trainings and ensure compliance  
• Generate HR data reports as needed  
• Understand and communicate company policies and procedures 
• Address and resolve employee queries and issues related to HR operations  
• Implement best practices to enhance HR operational efficiency  
• Oversee offshore HR administrative resource  
• Other projects and tasks as assigned 

• Five plus years of experience in HR operations or a similar role, preferably two plus years in a managerial position 
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field preferred 
• PHR or SPHR preferred 
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing and systems (experience with SAP and/or Paylocity a plus) 
• Experience working in a fast-paced and complex environment 
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills  
• Experience partnering with Senior Leaders 
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and manipulate data as it relates to the HR function 
• Excellent knowledge of Excel and HRIS systems 
• Knowledge of tax and wage laws  
• Knowledge of FMLA, FLSA, ERISA, EEO, OSHA 
• Understanding of fiscal procedures 
• Performs other duties as assigned 

Salary based on experience and location ($90,000-$110,000) and full benefits package offered. 

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