HR Manager

Boutique Recruiting; National City (CA); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Performance bonus

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Paid holidays and vacation days

Parking reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Boutique Recruiting seeks an experienced HR Manager to oversee HR operations, payroll, employee relations, benefits, and regulatory compliance in a San Diego area setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in HR/payroll, knowledge of employment regulations, and the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $100,000 annually, DOE, with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR and payroll experience
• Strong knowledge of employment regulations
• Experience with benefits administration and open enrollment
• Proven ability to handle employee relations matters professionally
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred
• HR certification preferred

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily HR operations and payroll for ~160 employees
• Lead onboarding, training, and performance management
• Administer benefits and open enrollment processes
• Manage employee relations, investigations, and policy enforcement
• Collaborate with leadership to meet organizational goals
• Support recruitment and new hire orientation
• Ensure compliance with federal and California labor laws

Connaissances

HR policy compliance

employee relations

payroll administration

regulatory compliance

open enrollment

onboarding & training

communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

HR certification preferred

Outils

ADP payroll

HRIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Description du poste

Position Title: HR Manager

A well-established San Diego hospitality and entertainment company is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee human resources operations, payroll administration, employee relations, benefits management, and regulatory compliance. This role will manage biweekly payroll, lead onboarding and training initiatives, coordinate open enrollment, oversee performance reviews, and partner with leadership to maintain a productive, compliant, and positive workplace.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of human resources and payroll experience, strong knowledge of employment regulations, and the confidence to navigate complex employee relations matters with professionalism and sound judgment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on HR professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, values autonomy, and wants to grow into a senior leadership role.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000 / annually, DOE

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations, including employee relations, onboarding, offboarding, training, and performance management
• Process and reconcile biweekly payroll for a workforce of approximately 160 employees, ensuring accurate timekeeping, pay rates, tips, and gratuities
• Administer employee benefits programs, coordinate annual open enrollment and maintain accurate employee records
• Manage employee grievances, workplace investigations and disciplinary matters while ensuring consistent policy enforcement and regulatory compliance
• Partner with department managers and executive leadership to address workforce needs, resolve employee concerns, and support organizational goals
• Coordinate new hire orientations, employee training programs, performance evaluations, and ongoing HR initiatives
• Support recruitment efforts, review applications, and collaborate with hiring managers to identify qualified candidates
• Maintain compliance with federal and California employment laws, wage and hour regulations, and internal HR policies

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in human resources and payroll administration, including hands‑on experience managing benefits and open enrollment
• Strong understanding of employment laws, HR compliance, employee relations, and payroll regulations
• Experience processing payroll through ADP or a comparable payroll platform
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage unexpected employee matters
• Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the confidence to handle difficult conversations while maintaining professional boundaries
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, enforce company policies, and navigate diverse personalities with professionalism and discretion
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Professional HR certification preferred

Benefits

• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Employer‑paid long‑term disability and life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary employer matching
• 10 vacation days, 5 sick days, and 12 paid holidays
• Potential annual salary increases and performance reviews
• Professional development opportunities and support for HR certifications
• Flexible start times and occasional work‑from‑home flexibility as needed
• Parking reimbursement or complimentary parking depending on work location
• Long‑term career advancement opportunities with potential growth into an HR Director position

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