HR & People Operations Leader for Fast-Growth AgTech

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pairwise, headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, is seeking an HR Manager to own day-to-day HR operations and build robust programs across recruiting, payroll/benefits, HRIS, LMS, and equity administration.

You will partner with leadership to design and run a best-in-class HR function as the company scales, with responsibility for policy, compliance, and employee engagement in a fast-paced in-person environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years progressive HR generalist experience across recruiting, payroll/benefits, and HR operations.
• Proven experience owning an ATS and managing payroll/benefits through a PEO (e.g., UKG).
• Comfort owning HRIS data and building reporting used by leadership.
• Ability to work independently, move fast, and handle confidential information.
• Excellent communication and judgment in sensitive situations.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day HR operations — onboarding, offboarding, HRIS data integrity, and policy development.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting and ATS management with hiring managers to fill roles quickly.
• Oversee payroll and benefits administration through our PEO; manage open enrollment and benefits questions.
• Administer LMS and training programs, oversee equity program, and lead awards/recognition initiatives.
• Develop culture and engagement programs to support a fast-growing in-person team while ensuring compliance.

Skills

HR Operations

Full-cycle Recruiting

Payroll & Benefits

ATS Ownership

HRIS Reporting

Employee Relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

UKG

Carta

Job description

Pairwise, headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, is seeking an HR Manager to own day-to-day HR operations and build robust programs across recruiting, payroll/benefits, HRIS, LMS, and equity administration.

You will partner with leadership to design and run a best-in-class HR function as the company scales, with responsibility for policy, compliance, and employee engagement in a fast-paced in-person environment.