HR Operations Manager

Premier Research Labs; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Premier Research Labs in Austin, Texas is seeking a motivated, goal‑oriented HR Operations Manager to guide full‑cycle HR support across the organization, partner with leadership, and promote our mission within the community.

You will lead strategic HR initiatives, manage employee lifecycle processes, oversee HRIS systems and reporting, coordinate payroll and benefits, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field
• 5+ years of HR leadership experience
• 2 years payroll processing experience including multi-state requirements
• Spanish-speaking preferred
• HR certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership and partner with leadership on HR initiatives
• Manage full-cycle recruiting and HR processes.
• Oversee HRIS systems, reporting, and dashboards.
• Coordinate payroll and benefits administration for U.S. employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Employee lifecycle management

Policy compliance

Spanish speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD/Business Administration

HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SCP)

Payroll certification (FPC/CPP)

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll processing tools

HR dashboards

Job description

Title: HR Operations Manager

Who we are:

At Premier Research Labs, we uphold an unwavering commitment to excellence in every aspect of what we do. We travel the world in pursuit of the finest raw materials, sourcing organic, natural ingredients whenever possible. Our team of experts develops evidence-based, synergistic formulations that optimize the power of the botanical elements we use. We are not just making supplements; we are transforming lives while contributing to the vibrant tapestry of Austin and proudly representing the spirit of Texas in everything we do.

Join the Premier Research Labs team!

Premier Research Labs is seeking a motivated, goal-oriented HR Operations Manager to join our highly respected team in the Austin area. In this role, you will play an essential role in the organization’s sustainability and growth by providing hands‑on leadership and full‑cycle HR support across human resources functions, and collaborating with employees and leadership to support organizational effectiveness, engagement, compliance, and business objectives to promote our mission, vision, and goals within the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Human Resources Leadership – Collaborate with and provide support to leadership in strategic HR initiatives, serve as a trusted HR partner to employees and leadership by providing guidance on HR matters, and cultivate and maintain professional relationships with all teams and leadership.
• Employee Lifecycle Administration – Manage full-cycle recruiting and HR processes to ensure compliance and effective workforce management.
• HRIS & Systems Management and Reporting – Oversee and maintain the human resources information systems (HRIS), maintain HR and operational dashboards, track key metrics, and assist leadership with workforce management
• Payroll & Benefits Administration – Manage and process bi-weekly payroll for U.S. employees, and provide strategic and fractional benefits administration support to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Compliance & Risk Management – Ensure company policies and labor practices align with all laws and regulations and mandatory reporting requirements, and maintain compliant HR and payroll functions, policies, and processes to ensure audit readiness and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent combination of education, certifications, and progressive HR experience may be considered.
• HR certification (ex. PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, HRCI) preferred
• Payroll certification (ex. FPC or CPP) preferred
• Spanish-speaking preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of Human Resources leadership experience; talent acquisition, generalist, and HR business partner experience preferred
• 2 years of payroll processing experience required, including experience with multi-state payroll and wage and hour requirements

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plan options; select supplemental coverages provided by the company
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Nutraceutical Systems International dba Premier Research Labs is an equal opportunity employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By applying, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Applicants who require accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.