Talent Resources Manager

Connectone-Bank; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Hybrid work model

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Employee appreciation events

EAP

Job summary

ConnectOne Bank in Union, NJ is seeking a Talent Resources Manager to lead HR policies and programs with a focus on employee relations and the overall employee experience.

You will advise managers, conduct investigations, support talent management initiatives, and coordinate onboarding and offboarding while ensuring compliance with employment laws.

This role offers a dynamic, People First culture with opportunities to drive improvements and impact across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, organizational development, or related field.
• 3–5 years of HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws (EEOC, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, FLSA).
• Experience advising and coaching managers on HR issues.
• Proven ability to manage employee relations and investigations.
• Proficient with Google Workspace, MS Office and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR policies, programs, and procedures focusing on employee relations.
• Lead employee relations programs ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Advise managers on complex employee relations issues.
• Conduct investigations into complex employee relations matters.
• Guide internal clients on HR issues—performance, terminations, policies.
• Support Talent Resources Director in talent management programs.
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes and coordinate with IT/HR ops.
• Recommend policy improvements to increase efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

Skills

People First

Employment Law Knowledge

Federal/State Regulations

Google Platform

MS Office Suite

HRIS Systems

Relationship Building

Conflict Management

Problem Solving

Prioritize Tasks

Communication Skills

Coaching Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR/Business/Organizational Development

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

HRIS Platforms

Job description

Description

About us:

ConnectOne Bank proves that putting people first is a better way to do business. At ConnectOne, we're builders - of businesses, communities, and equity. Most importantly, we're building opportunities. Our mission is to ensure our employees feel empowered to make important decisions, reach their potential and truly make an impact.

ConnectOne is a growth organization by design; it is part of our DNA and we take pride in seeing our employees grow with us. Founded in 2005 by an entrepreneur, we have grown into a high-performing commercial bank, inspiring a new model for our industry’s future. By embracing technology and all the ways it can help us become a world-class service organization, we support small business owners by fueling their mission.

People First is the blueprint for our culture. It is at the foundation of everything we do and the decisions we make. At ConnectOne, you have the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic culture and team. Develop your forward-thinking skills, thrive in an entrepreneurial setting, and succeed at "a better place to be".

ConnectOne Bank is an Equal Housing and Equal Opportunity Lender, and a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

About this role:

The Talent Resources Manager is responsible for the delivery of HR policies, programs, and procedures with a focus on employee relations and additional responsibilities related to the overall employee experience and talent journey.

In this role you will:

• Support the Bank's "People First" focus and rules of engagement- maintaining a professional demeanor, working as an active member of the CNOB team, providing clients excellent service, always striving to make CNOB "A Better Place to Be."
• Lead the employee relations programs, policies, and procedures in compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Advise and coach managers on the resolution of complex employee relations issues, including compliance and application of employment laws, regulations, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct investigations into complex employee relations issues.
• Consult and guide internal clients on HR issues (for example, conflict resolution, performance management, terminations, as well as other HR policies and procedures).
• Support the Talent Resources Director in implementing talent management programs (for example, performance management, succession planning, and special projects).
• Oversee and serve as the backup for facilitating onboarding and offboarding, including managing coordination with appropriate teams (for example, IT, HR operations) and assisting with exit interviews.
• Recommend innovative approaches to policies and procedures to support continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations.

Must haves:

• Strong "People First" interest and ability.
• Knowledge of employment and labor laws (for example, EEOC, ADEA, ADA, FMLA and FLSA laws.)
• Knowledge of relevant Federal and State regulations.
• Demonstrated skills with Google Platform & MS Office Suite & HRIS systems.
• Demonstrated competency with relationship building and collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated conflict management skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making.
• Ability to prioritize multiple competing tasks.
• Presence, confidence, and communication skills that assure effective participation at all levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated coaching skills
• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in HR, Business, Organizational development, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in HR

Bonus Points For:

• HR certification or currently pursuing a certification (SHRM-CP certification or PHR)

Additional information

Benefits:

• World class health, vision, and dental benefits on day one
• 401k with employer match
• Hybrid work from home (depending on role)
• Employee appreciation events (team building, softball games, food truck days, etc..)
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Wellness programs (flu shot, preventive care, health programs and services discounts, etc..)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Discount perks
• CNOB Community Service Events

This position will be able to sit in Union, NJ or one of our Long Island locations.

….and much, much more!

Studies have shown that individuals from underrepresented groups, may only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Roles evolve over time, especially with innovation, and you may be just the person we need. We hope you're open to learning new skills and growing with us. We encourage you to apply to continue making us "a better place to be!"

ConnectOne Bank is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any term, condition or privilege of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

ConnectOne Bank also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Talent Acquisition.