People & Culture Leader – HR, Talent & Compliance

Column Technical Services; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Column Technical Services seeks an experienced Human Resources Manager in Aurora, IL to lead payroll, benefits, compliance, and full lifecycle HR programs. You’ll partner with leadership to drive organizational development and culture initiatives while safeguarding employee rights and data integrity.

You will manage recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance processes, staying current on laws and HR technologies. A proactive, collaborative approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Labor and Employment Law, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Self-motivated and adaptable professional with the ability to learn quickly and manage competing priorities.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience utilizing Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).
• Working knowledge of employment laws, payroll processes, employee benefits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Professional HR certifications such as PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all employee documentation, HR records, compliance practices, and personnel data are maintained in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as an employee advocate, promoting a fair, respectful, and compliant workplace while safeguarding employee rights.
• Lead and manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and offboarding activities.
• Partners with leadership to develop processes, provide training, reinforce accountability, and strengthen company culture initiatives.
• Stay current on industry trends, HR best practices, employment legislation, regulatory updates, and emerging HR technologies.
• Maintain and administer company policies, procedures, programs, and required reporting processes.
• Identify organizational training needs and support employee development initiatives.
• Assist with employee relations matters, workforce planning, succession planning, talent management, and employee development strategies.
• Oversee payroll administration and ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Administer employee benefits programs and support employee benefit inquiries.
• Demonstrate initiative by proactively identifying needs, taking appropriate action, and seeking input from key stakeholders when necessary.
• Foster a collaborative team environment by supporting colleagues, contributing to business goals, and showing appreciation for the efforts and contributions of others.
• Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

HRIS experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Column Technical Services seeks an experienced Human Resources Manager in Aurora, IL to lead payroll, benefits, compliance, and full lifecycle HR programs. You’ll partner with leadership to drive organizational development and culture initiatives while safeguarding employee rights and data integrity.

You will manage recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance processes, staying current on laws and HR technologies. A proactive, collaborative approach is essential.