Human Resources Operations Manager

Viridan Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Viridan Group in San Francisco seeks an HR Operations Manager to own the employee experience, overseeing payroll, compensation, benefits, compliance, HR technology, reporting, and records. The successful candidate will take ownership of detailed processes, maintain controls, and partner with Finance, Legal, IT, and leadership to keep people-related programs running smoothly and accurately.

This role emphasizes scalable workflows, data governance, audits, and proactive process improvements to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in HR or People Operations, including payroll, compensation, compliance, or HR operations.
• Experience with stock or equity administration.
• Working knowledge of payroll, compensation, employment compliance, and employee lifecycle administration.
• Experience overseeing HR technology, vendors, employee data, reporting, audits, and operational controls.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate HR activities throughout an employee’s tenure, from onboarding through changes in role or compensation, leave periods, and separation.
• Oversee accuracy of employee records and updates
• Establish repeatable workflows, procedures, controls, and service standards
• Act as a resource for employees and managers regarding HR processes, policies, benefits, compensation, leave, and payroll.

Skills

HR Operations

Payroll

Compensation

Policy Compliance

HRIS

Data Reporting

Project Management

Stakeholder Mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

HR Certification

Tools

HRIS/Payroll Systems

Excel

Job description

The HR Operations Manager will be responsible for the operational side of the employee experience, with ownership across payroll, compensation, benefits, compliance, HR technology, reporting, and employee records.

This role requires an experienced HR professional who can take ownership of detailed processes, maintain appropriate controls, and work across departments to keep people-related programs running effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Operations

• Coordinate HR activities throughout an employee’s tenure, from initial onboarding through changes in role or compensation, leave periods, and separation
• Oversee the accuracy and completion of employee records and related administrative updates
• Establish repeatable workflows, documented procedures, controls, and service standards for ongoing HR activities
• Act as a resource for employees and managers regarding HR processes, policies, benefits, compensation, leave, and payroll matters

Payroll & Compensation

• Take responsibility for payroll administration, including provider coordination, review, approval, audits, troubleshooting, and ongoing process improvements
• Handle employee pay-related activity such as deductions, bonuses, commissions, equity-related payments, and other compensation changes
• Participate in the development and administration of pay ranges, job levels, market data, and annual compensation reviews
• Coordinate incentive programs with Finance and leadership, including planning, approvals, communications, and reporting
• Help ensure compensation practices are applied consistently, competitively, and equitably
• Work with benefits brokers and other vendors on plan administration, renewals, communications, and issue resolution

Policies & Regulatory Requirements

• Maintain the organization’s HR policies, employee handbook, and internal operating guidance
• Help ensure HR practices remain consistent with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements, including wage and hour rules, reporting, and record retention
• Organize audits, required filings, policy acknowledgments, compliance training, and related activities
• Engage with Legal and external advisors on complex matters and updates to HR practices or documentation
• Oversee HR technology and associated workflows, including data accuracy, user access, and system integrations
• Produce workforce and compensation reporting, dashboards, and analysis for planning, budgeting, audits, and leadership needs
• Maintain appropriate controls and governance around employee information, including its accuracy, privacy, and security
• Identify opportunities to automate manual tasks and improve the way HR processes are delivered

Cross-Functional Support

• Work with Finance, Legal, IT, and business leaders to coordinate and implement people-related processes
• Support employee relations and performance activities through documentation, policy interpretation, and follow-through
• Contribute to initiatives involving organizational effectiveness, employee experience, and culture

Qualifications

Required Background

• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in HR or People Operations, including hands-on experience with payroll, compensation, compliance, or HR operations
• Experience with stock or equity administration
• Working knowledge of payroll, compensation, employment compliance, and employee lifecycle administration
• Experience overseeing HR technology, vendors, employee data, reporting, audits, and operational controls
• Ability to develop scalable processes without compromising accuracy, confidentiality, or employee service
• Strong project management, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Sound judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-changing environment

Preferred Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, equivalent experience, or HR certification
• Experience supporting employees in multiple states
• Familiarity with job architecture, salary structures, compensation cycles, and incentive or equity programs
• Knowledge of benefits and leave programs
• Experience with HRIS or payroll system implementations