Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager
Industry: IT Consulting & Professional Services
Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid – Tue-Thur in office)

Our client, a fast-growing global technology firm providing IT consulting and solutions to industries ranging from financial services to manufacturing, is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role requires a hands-on, knowledgeable HR professional who can manage a variety of tasks, including employee relations, immigration cases, compensation analysis, and performance management. This role demands a proactive "doer" who can ensure compliance, foster a high-performing culture, and handle all HR responsibilities with precision and prompt attention to detail.

Responsibilities of the HR Manager

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers, offering guidance and resolving issues in a timely, fair, and confidential manner.
• Address workplace conflicts, provide coaching, and ensure a positive work environment that fosters trust and collaboration.
• Lead employee relations programs and activities, including counseling, policy interpretation, and employee recognition.
• Support audits and compliance activities, creating custom reports and supporting documentation as needed.
• Manage the full cycle of immigration cases, including H1B, PERM, and other visa processes. Act as a liaison between employees, legal counsel, and immigration agencies to ensure compliance and timely processing.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers regarding immigration policies and procedures to ensure smooth transitions for international hires.
• Conduct compensation analyses to ensure pay structures are competitive and equitable.
• Collaborate with leadership to review and adjust compensation programs, including salary benchmarking and total rewards packages.
• Support annual salary reviews and merit increase processes with data-driven recommendations.
• Oversee the performance management process to ensure employees receive regular feedback and growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with managers to address performance issues, develop improvement plans, and drive accountability.
• Support leadership in fostering and maintaining a high-performance culture.
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with local, state, and federal employment laws.
• Administer and communicate company-wide policies and keep the organization updated on relevant legal changes.
• Lead day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with external vendors for payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS management.
• Understand and manage processes related to billable hours and bench pay.
• Track key HR metrics and prepare reports for leadership, leveraging data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Qualifications of the HR Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of relevant HR experience, including at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Experience within a technology firm or "tech adjacent" firm
• Proven experience in employee relations, immigration case management (e.g., H1B, L2), compensation analysis, and performance management.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations, including those in complex jurisdictions like New York and California.
• Experience managing billable hours and bench pay processes.
• Track record of leveraging HR metrics and preparing leadership reports to drive decision-making.
• Experience with any of the following systems is a plus: Trinet for Payroll, Employee Navigator for Benefits, SAP Systems, or NetSuite (planned implementation).
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in compensation analysis and performance metrics.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work through complex issues and provide practical solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive HR professional to make a significant impact in a company anticipating rapid growth in the US marketplace. Collegial team and hybrid schedule – in office Tues-Thurs.