Senior HR Operations Associate – Executive Search Firm – Remote (USA)

BURKE+CO; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BURKE CO. is seeking a detail-oriented Senior HR Operations Associate to own onboarding, offboarding, and employee data across the lifecycle. You’ll partner with HRIS and Payroll to ensure accurate processing and timely changes, while serving as a accessible resource for managers and employees.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and problem-solving in a remote US environment, with a compensation range of $90k–$95k plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in HR Operations/Administration.
• Strong understanding of employee lifecycle processes and employment compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Own onboarding and offboarding processes end-to-end, including offers, pre-employment checks, and final pay.
• Process employee changes such as promotions, transfers, and compensation updates on time.
• Maintain accurate employee records with compliance and data privacy.
• Conduct regular audits of HR data to ensure accuracy and identify gaps.
• Serve as first point of contact for HR policies and employee questions.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve the employee experience.
• Collaborate with HRIS, Payroll, and HR Business Partners on transactions and issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Empathetic service

Tools

Workday

ADP

Paylocity

BambooHR

Job description

BURKE CO.

www.burketalent.com

*Due to the high level of interest in remote positions, our team will be in touch directly with qualified candidates.

THE GIST:

Our client, a growing executive search & advisory firm, is looking for a detail-oriented, people-focused Senior Human Resources Operations Associate to help deliver a seamless employee experience across the entire employee lifecycle. From onboarding new hires to managing employee changes and offboarding, you’ll own the day-to-day HR processes that keep the business running smoothly.

This is a great opportunity for an HR operations professional who thrives on organization, accuracy, and problem-solving, and enjoys making complex processes feel effortless for employees and managers alike.

THE NITTY GRITTY:

• Own Onboarding & Offboarding: Manage the end-to-end process, from preparing offer letters and coordinating pre-employment checks to facilitating onboarding sessions, managing terminations, and coordinating final pay and company asset returns.
• Manage Employee Changes: Process promotions, transfers, manager changes, and compensation adjustments accurately and on time.
• Keep Records in Order: Maintain secure, accurate employee files and documentation while ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and data privacy requirements.
• Support Compliance & Audits: Conduct regular audits of employee records and HR data to maintain accuracy and identify potential compliance gaps.
• Be a Go-To Resource: Serve as a first point of contact for employee and manager questions related to HR policies, processes, and employment matters, providing responsive and thoughtful support.
• Improve the Process: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, resolve operational bottlenecks, and enhance the overall employee experience.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with HRIS, Payroll, and HR Business Partners to troubleshoot system issues, ensure accurate processing, and support more complex employee transactions.

THE ESSENTIALS:

• 3 years of experience in HR Operations/Administration.
• A strong understanding of employee lifecycle processes, core HR principles, and employment compliance requirements.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, Paylocity, or BambooHR.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate, reliable employee data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a service-oriented and empathetic approach.
• The ability to handle sensitive employee information with discretion and confidentiality.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

THE CHERRY ON TOP:

• Great opportunity to own the employee lifecycle from onboarding through offboarding!
• Join a global, rapidly growing organization at an exciting stage of expansion!

LOCATION:

Remote (US)

COMPENSATION:

$90k-95k base salary bonus benefits (exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and expertise)

*Compensation is aligned with experience, level, and role scope. Most offers fall within the mid-range, with the top of the band generally reserved for candidates with extensive, directly relevant backgrounds. Leveling is determined during the interview process