Human Resources Consultant

Gró HR Consulting; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401k

Bonus plan (10% of base)

Job summary

Gró HR Consulting is a forward-thinking HR partner delivering fractional support to small and medium-sized businesses. The Human Resources Consultant role is fully remote with periodic onsite visits to Eastern Iowa, focusing on policy design, compliance, and client guidance.

You will lead HR projects, support payroll and benefits, and help clients improve performance and culture across multiple organizations in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in HR with experience supporting small and medium-sized organizations.
• Knowledge of HR policies and policy development, including implementation and communication.
• At least 3 years of payroll processing experience.
• At least 4 years managing benefits administration from implementation onward.
• Experience in Employee Relations, including coaching leaders and resolving conflicts.
• Working understanding of Labor and Employment Law and HR compliance for client jurisdictions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain HR concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple client engagements.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field; HR certification is an asset.
• Prior experience in HR consulting or fractional HR support is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assess client HR needs and design and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Advise on employee relations issues and performance, engagement, and culture.
• Interpret labor and employment laws and support compliance for clients.
• Help clients manage performance, engagement, and organizational culture.
• Prepare documentation and participate in virtual client meetings.
• Deliver practical HR solutions that align with each client’s business goals.
• Manage multiple clients concurrently, prioritize workload, and communicate clearly in a virtual environment.

Skills

HR Management

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

Employee relations

Labor and Employment Law

Communication skills

Remote work

Client service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR) asset

Job description

Company Description

Gró HR Consulting is a modern, forward-thinking team of HR professionals focused on supporting small and medium-sized businesses with their people and culture needs. The firm specializes in fractional HR support and consulting services that reduce the stress of managing HR in growing organizations. Solutions are customized, cost-conscious, and scalable, allowing clients to access HR expertise on demand. Gró HR Consulting combines strategic advice with hands‑on implementation, partnering closely with clients so they can focus on building and expanding their businesses.

Base Salary range for this role is 65-72k per year + an 10% of base additional compensation plan + Full benefits + 401k.

95% remote, 5% occasional onsite visits with Eastern Iowa-based clients.

Role Description

The Human Resources Consultant is a full-time, remote role responsible for providing HR guidance and execution for multiple client organizations. Day-to-day tasks include assessing client HR needs, designing and implementing HR policies and procedures, and advising on employee relations issues. The role involves interpreting labor and employment laws, supporting compliance, and helping clients manage performance, engagement, and organizational culture. The consultant will prepare documentation, participate in virtual client meetings, and deliver practical HR solutions that align with each client’s business goals. This position requires the ability to manage multiple clients concurrently, prioritize workload, and communicate clearly in a virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Human Resources (HR) and HR Management, with experience supporting small and medium-sized organizations.
• Knowledge of HR Policies and policy development, including implementation and communication across diverse teams.
• At least 3 years of payroll processing experience
• At leaset 4 years of managing benefits administration from implementation, open enrollment, and onwards.
• Experience in Employee Relations, including coaching leaders, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive workplace culture.
• Working understanding of Labor and Employment Law and HR compliance practices relevant to client jurisdictions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex HR concepts in clear, practical terms.
• Proven ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple client engagements, and meet deadlines.
• Relevant education such as a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is an asset.
• Prior experience in HR consulting or fractional HR support is beneficial, along with strong client service and relationship-building skills.