Head of Human Resources (Staffing & Recruiting)

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Atlantic Group is hiring a Head of Human Resources in New York, NY. You will lead HR strategy, employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, and compliance for our staffing and recruiting organization.

This senior role reports to the Co-Founder & CFO and guides HR operations for internal staff and temporary workers. You will develop and execute HR initiatives, oversee the employee lifecycle, and partner with executive leadership to drive growth while maintaining a positive,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of human resources experience, preferably in staffing/recruiting
• Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, compensation and payroll
• Experience supporting temporary or contract workforces is strongly preferred
• Proven ability to advise senior executives and handle sensitive employee matters
• Experience with NY-specific HR compliance and leave regulations (e.g., FMLA, NYPFL, ACA)

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR initiatives and lead HR operations
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes for internal and contract staff
• Manage payroll operations, compensation programs, benefits, and leave administration
• Address employee relations concerns and support performance management and development
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and internal controls
• Maintain HR policies, records, reporting processes, and process improvements

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Executive advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview – Head of Human Resources (Staffing & Recruiting)

Compensation: $150,000 – $200,000/year + bonus

Location: New York, NY

Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Head of Human Resources in New York, NY, to join our internal leadership team. Reporting directly to the Co-Founder & CFO, this senior-level position will lead HR strategy, employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits, and employment compliance across our staffing and recruiting organization. The Head of Human Resources will oversee daily HR operations, support internal employees and temporary workforces, and partner with executive leadership to drive workforce development and organizational growth.

Responsibilities as the Head of Human Resources:

• HR Strategy & Leadership: Develop and execute HR initiatives, advise executive leadership, and oversee daily human resources operations.
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Management: Oversee recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes for internal staff and temporary or contract employees.
• Payroll & Benefits Administration: Manage payroll operations, compensation programs, employee benefits, leave administration, and required benefits reporting.
• Employee Relations & Development: Address employee concerns, oversee performance management, support professional development, and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Employment Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour requirements, leave regulations, workers' compensation, and workforce documentation.
• HR Operations & Process Improvement: Maintain HR policies, employee records, reporting processes, and internal controls while identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications for the Head of Human Resources:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Experience: 8+ years of human resources experience is required, preferably within the staffing and recruiting industry, with experience supporting temporary or contract workforces strongly preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, compensation, payroll, benefits administration, workers' compensation, and HR compliance is required, including familiarity with FMLA, NY Paid Family Leave, and ACA reporting requirements.
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with payroll and benefits administration systems, HR information systems, employee records management, and Microsoft Office is required.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to advise senior executives, manage sensitive employee matters, balance strategic and operational responsibilities, and maintain confidentiality.

About Atlantic Group

Atlantic Group is a recruiting & staffing agency headquartered in NYC with offices in London, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia & Stamford CT with approximately 125 full-time employees.

• Title: Head of Human Resources
• Reports to: Co-Founder & CFO
• Location: Mid-town NYC office · Hybrid: on-site Monday through Thursday, remote on Fridays
• Employment type: Full-time, exempt
• Benefits: Health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, parental leave