Human Resources Manager

Atrium; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Atrium is seeking an HR Manager based in Fairfield, NJ to lead HR operations and ensure compliance with employment laws. This role will manage employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and HR systems while partnering with leadership to drive organizational goals.

The HR Manager will play a key role in fostering engagement and supporting the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR management or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations - Handle employee concerns, conflict resolution, investigations, and provide manager support.
• HR Operations - Oversee day-to-day HR processes, policies, and maintain accurate employee records.
• Recruiting & Talent Acquisition - Manage job postings, interviews, offers, onboarding, and hiring strategies.
• Performance Management - Coordinate performance reviews, goal setting, and disciplinary processes.
• Benefits Administration - Administer medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and leave programs.
• Payroll & Timekeeping - Oversee payroll processes, audits, and resolve payroll issues.
• Compliance - Ensure adherence to federal and state employment laws and company policies.
• Onboarding & Offboarding - Manage the employee experience from hire through separation.
• HRIS Management - Maintain accurate employee data and generate HR reports.
• Policy Development & Implementation - Create, update, and communicate HR policies.
• Training & Development - Coordinate mandatory training and professional development programs.
• Employee Engagement & Culture - Support retention initiatives and workplace culture programs.
• Manager/Leadership Support - Advise managers on employee issues and HR best practices.

Skills

HR management experience

Employment laws

Interpersonal skills

HRIS proficiency

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Job description

Atrium is seeking on behalf of our client a HR Manager based in Fairfield.

A background check may be run only after a conditional offer is made, where permitted by law.

Position: HR Manager

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: $80,000-100,000

Position Overview

The HR Manager will oversee all aspects of human resources operations, ensuring compliance with employment laws and supporting a positive workplace culture. This role will manage employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and HR systems while partnering with leadership to drive organizational goals. The HR Manager will play a key role in fostering engagement and supporting the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations - Handle employee concerns, conflict resolution, investigations, and provide manager support
• HR Operations - Oversee day-to-day HR processes, policies, and maintain accurate employee records
• Recruiting & Talent Acquisition - Manage job postings, interviews, offers, onboarding, and hiring strategies
• Performance Management - Coordinate performance reviews, goal setting, and disciplinary processes
• Benefits Administration - Administer medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and leave programs
• Payroll & Timekeeping - Oversee payroll processes, audits, and resolve payroll issues
• Compliance - Ensure adherence to federal and state employment laws and company policies
• Onboarding & Offboarding - Manage the employee experience from hire through separation
• HRIS Management - Maintain accurate employee data and generate HR reports
• Policy Development & Implementation - Create, update, and communicate HR policies
• Training & Development - Coordinate mandatory training and professional development programs
• Employee Engagement & Culture - Support retention initiatives and workplace culture programs
• Manager/Leadership Support - Advise managers on employee issues and HR best practices

Required Experience/Skills

• Proven experience in HR management or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Experience/Skills

• Experience in a multi-state HR environment
• Familiarity with payroll systems and benefits administration platforms
• Background in employee engagement and culture-building initiatives
• Knowledge of HR analytics and reporting tools
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

If eligible under the ACA, medical, dental and vision benefits and time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws will be offered. Additional benefits may include paid holidays, a 401(k)-retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program, where applicable. Other compensation programs may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, where applicable.

Commitment to Diversity

As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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