HR Manager at Service-Centric Company

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Fun team events

Job summary

Hawthorne Lane, located in Washington, DC, is searching for an experienced HR Manager to oversee daily HR operations. In this role, you will lead recruitment efforts, manage employee onboarding, and ensure compliance with HR regulations. The ideal candidate will have several years of HR experience, be organized, and possess strong communication skills. Hawthorne Lane values a diverse workplace and offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Several years of Human Resources experience, including exposure to employee relations and HR operations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and approach challenges with professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Understanding of HR best practices and employment regulations.
• Trustworthy with sensitive information.
• Effective communication with employees at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, including screening and interviewing.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation processes.
• Maintain employee records and ensure accurate documentation.
• Support compliance efforts with policies and procedures.
• Assist with compensation and benefits administration.
• Evaluate training and development initiatives.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters.
• Partner with leadership for HR support.

Skills

HR experience

Employee relations

Organizational skills

HR best practices

Strong communication

Job description

As the HR Manager at this white-glove company, you will play a central role in overseeing daily HR operations and serving as a strategic partner to leadership and staff. From recruiting and onboarding to employee relations and compliance, you will help foster a positive, productive workplace. The ideal professional brings HR experience, sound judgment, and a people-first mindset. If you are looking for a hands‑on role with meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, including screening, interviewing, and partnering with hiring managers to secure top talent.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation processes while supporting ongoing performance management and review cycles.
• Maintain employee records and ensure accurate documentation across HR systems.
• Support compliance efforts by administering policies, procedures, and employment practices in alignment with applicable regulations.
• Assist with compensation and benefits administration, responding to employee inquiries and ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Evaluate and enhance training and development initiatives to support employee growth and company needs.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, coaching, and performance improvement.
• Partner with leadership and staff to support day‑to‑day HR needs and broader organizational goals.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• A collaborative, team-oriented environment within a service‑driven space.
• Offers PTO, a supportive workplace focused on employee engagement, and professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic setting where no two days are the same.
• A team that enjoys fun team events throughout the year!

What We’re Looking For:

• People experience. You bring several years of Human Resources experience, including exposure to employee relations and HR operations.
• Interpersonally strong. You build strong relationships and approach challenges with professionalism and empathy.
• Organized. You can manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable. You understand HR best practices and employment regulations.
• Trustworthy. You handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Strong communicator. You engage effectively with employees at all levels and navigate conversations with confidence.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.