Admin & HR Director

CorDx; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Flexible PTO

Diversity Inclusion

Job summary

CorDx seeks an experienced Admin & HR Director to lead HR and administrative operations in a fast-paced life sciences setting. You will partner with leadership to align people strategies with business goals while fostering a compliant, performance-driven culture.

Responsibilities include recruiting, onboarding, policy development, payroll, HRIS, and safety compliance; managing budgets and vendor relations; guiding change, crisis response, and data-driven planning to support growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or HR; Master’s or SHRM preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR and administrative leadership experience.
• 7+ years of people management, overseeing teams of 7+ direct reports.
• Life Sciences industry experience, preferably IVD sector.
• Strong expertise in employment law, OSHA, and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and retention initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies in compliance with labor laws.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, payroll, and HRIS systems.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with employment law and OSHA.
• Manage day-to-day office operations, vendor, facility, and admin services.
• Supervise HR and admin teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Optimize workflows, internal communications, and event coordination.
• Oversee office budgets, contracts, and risk management initiatives.
• Apply data-driven insights for workforce and operational planning.
• Lead change, conflict resolution, and crisis management initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / HR

Master’s or SHRM certification preferred

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Office management platforms

Job description

Position Overview

The Admin & HR Director will oversee Human Resources and Administrative operations, ensuring smooth daily management and a positive, compliant, and performance-focused work environment. This role acts as a trusted advisor to leadership and partner to employees, supporting business goals through effective people and operational management.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources & Administration

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and retention initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures in compliance with labor laws.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, payroll, and HRIS systems.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with employment law, OSHA, audits, and reporting requirements.
• Manage day-to-day office operations, including vendor, facility, supplies, and administrative services.
• Supervise administrative and HR teams, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.
• Optimize office workflows, internal communications, and event coordination.
• Oversee office budgets, contracts, and risk management initiatives.
• Apply data-driven insights for workforce and operational planning.
• Lead change, conflict resolution, and crisis management initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field; Master’s or SHRM certification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR and administrative leadership experience.
• 7+ years of people management experience, overseeing teams of at least 7 direct reports.
• Industry experience in Life Sciences, ideally within the IVD (In Vitro Diagnostics) sector.
• Strong expertise in employment law, HR best practices, OSHA compliance, and office operations.
• Proficient in HRIS, Microsoft Office, and office management platforms.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with sound judgment and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company contributions.
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Additional substantial benefits. Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, color, marital status, veteran status, disability status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic.