Senior Manager, HR Operations & Administration

Energy Vault; Alpharetta (GA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is looking for a People Compliance Senior Manager. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with laws, administering employee leave, improving HR processes, and assisting with payroll. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience and a proactive mindset to contribute to a fast-paced team.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Holiday Pay

Personal Time Off

Competitive Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Human Resources.
• Proven experience in leave administration, employee relations, benefits, and payroll.
• Strong understanding of state and federal employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Manage and administer employee leave requests.
• Assist with payroll processing and benefits administration.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Success Factors

ADP

Job description

Location

Industry:Renewable Energy, Solar/Wind/Battery Energy l HR
Location:USA
Job Type:Remote IFull-Time | Permanent
Reports To:Head of People

Mission

At Zelestra, we are on a mission to change the world by making decarbonization a reality for our partners. As a client-focused, multi-technology, global renewable energy company, we work tirelessly to do things right, to push ourselves and our clients further, and to get results that matter. With a key emphasis on innovation and collaboration, Zelestra is committed to helping customers, communities, and stakeholders through tailored solutions, local employment, and strong sustainability. With more than two decades of experience working in 13 countries, Zelestra is a trusted partner with proven capabilities in providing efficient, competitive, carbon-free solutions. With a portfolio of 20 GW of carbon-free projects across 13 countries, Zelestra is a vertically integrated company specializing in developing, constructing, commercializing, and operating large-scale renewable energy projects. Zelestra is made up of 800+ professionals globally. It is backed by EQT, one of the largest fund managers in the world, with $232B in assets under management.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and versatile People (Human Resources – HR) Compliance Senior Manager to join our team! This role will be integral to our People team, providing support across multiple areas. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, administering leave, managing total rewards, improving our processes, and assisting with payroll. The ideal candidate will bring experience in leave administration, a strong understanding of employment laws, payroll, benefits and a continuous improvement mindset. Additionally, they should be adaptable, collaborative, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced, innovative team.

Role Requirements

Minimal Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Human Resources.
• Proven experience in leave administration, employee relations, benefits and payroll.
• Strong understanding of state and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Success Factors
• Experience with ADP
• Experience doing Human Resources in a start-up environment
• Certifications: HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Role Responsibility

• Compliance: Ensure the company adheres to all relevant state and federal employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour laws, anti-discrimination laws, and worker classification. Stay updated on legal changes and advise on necessary policy adjustments.
• Leave Administration: Manage and administer employee leave requests, such as FMLA, parental leave, and other company-specific leave policies, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Payroll Assistance: Assist with payroll processing, including data entry, verification, and addressing employee payroll inquiries, ensuring compliance with tax laws.
• Benefits Administration: Managing employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits, to ensure compliance and employee satisfaction
• Employee Relations: Address employee concerns and grievances, conduct investigations, and provide guidance on conflict resolution and disciplinary actions while ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Policy Implementation: Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of HR policies and procedures to ensure a positive and compliant workplace environment.
• Assist with a wide range of HR functions, offering administrative and operational support across the department.

Apply Today!

Apply today to join our dynamic team as a People Compliance Senior Manager and help drive HR excellence and innovation!

Keywords: Solar Project Development, Wind Energy Development, Utility-Scale Solar Projects, Clean Energy Jobs, Renewable Energy Operations, Energy Storage Projects, Solar Energy Careers, Wind Farm Projects, Battery Storage Systems.

The salary for this position typically ranges from minimum to mid-point annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Zelestra offers a wide range of supportive benefits such as Medical, Dental, and Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay,Personal Time Off, and a competitive bonus program.

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