Strategic HR & People Operations Leader

Confidential; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Human Resources & People Operations Manager to lead HR functions across the organization. You will advise executive leadership, manage payroll and benefits, and drive engagement, compliance, and M&A HR integration.

The role requires 8–10+ years in HR, multi-state payroll experience, and strong investigations, policy development, and organizational development skills. Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• 8–10+ years of progressive HR experience.
• At least 3–5 years in an HR leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic HR, employee relations, talent management, payroll and benefits oversight.
• Oversee multi-state payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and audits.
• Drive organizational development, succession planning, and culture initiatives.
• Support mergers and acquisitions with HR due diligence and integration.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Payroll oversight

Compliance knowledge

Mergers & acquisitions

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Executive advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Confidential is seeking an experienced Human Resources & People Operations Manager to lead HR functions across the organization. You will advise executive leadership, manage payroll and benefits, and drive engagement, compliance, and M&A HR integration.

The role requires 8–10+ years in HR, multi-state payroll experience, and strong investigations, policy development, and organizational development skills. Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s preferred.