Manager, HR Systems

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 122,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Manager, HR Systems to drive enterprise HR technology strategy and execution across the employee lifecycle. This role partners with IT, vendors, and HR stakeholders to deliver scalable HRIS solutions, improve processes, and ensure data quality.

Location: Remote within the United States. Compensation: $122,000 – $214,000 annually. You will mentor HRIS analysts, lead complex initiatives, and own the HRIS roadmap with a focus on performance, reporting, and automation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on HRIS experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience leading complex HRIS or enterprise system initiatives.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and systems architecture.
• Experience with reporting, testing, and automation in HR technology.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and project leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex HRIS initiatives, including new functionality and enhancements.
• Own and influence the HRIS roadmap in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Translate business requirements into scalable system solutions.
• Resolve complex HRIS issues through root cause analysis and design decisions.
• Provide technical leadership for enterprise-wide HR programs.
• Partner with IT and vendors for system integrations and upgrades.
• Establish and maintain high-quality system documentation and reporting frameworks.
• Mentor HRIS analysts through knowledge sharing and best-practice coaching.

Skills

HRIS experience

Project leadership

Communication

HR processes knowledge

Automation in HR tech

Problem-solving

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Manager, HR Systems to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will drive enterprise HR technology strategy and execution, with a focus on scalable systems, process improvement, and operational excellence across the employee lifecycle.

You will lead complex HRIS initiatives, translate business needs into system solutions, and partner closely with IT, vendors, and HR stakeholders to strengthen system performance and data quality.

In addition, you will mentor HRIS team members, support reporting and automation efforts, and help ensure HR systems and processes align with broader organizational priorities.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $122,000 – $214,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead complex HRIS initiatives, including new functionality and enhancements
• Own and influence the HRIS roadmap in alignment with organizational priorities
• Translate business requirements into scalable system solutions
• Resolve complex HRIS issues through root cause analysis and design decisions
• Provide technical leadership for enterprise-wide HR programs
• Partner with IT and vendors for system integrations and upgrades
• Establish and maintain high-quality system documentation and reporting frameworks
• Mentor HRIS analysts through knowledge sharing and best-practice coaching

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on HRIS experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
• Experience leading complex HRIS or enterprise system initiatives
• Strong understanding of HR processes and systems architecture
• Experience with reporting, testing, and process automation in HR technology
• Demonstrated problem-solving and project leadership skills
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility
• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunities for professional development
• Access to comprehensive health benefits
• Support for work-life balance

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.