International foreign exchange and international payment provider in DC is looking for a People Officer to manage the HR Department serving employees in the US and abroad.
Hours/Schedule: Full-time Flex. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Job Type: Direct Hire
Location Requirements: Hybrid with 4 days/week on-site in DC
Rate: $130-150k
Job Description: This position reports to the COO and has two direct reports in HR. Responsible for a variety of tasks, including coordinating and overseeing all HR functions. In addition, the position works closely with executives and outside contractors in developing, implementing, and evaluating ongoing HR Company policies, programs, functions and activities.
Responsibilities:
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Responsible for all aspects of Human Resources in the US and Canada, including but not limited to, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Offboarding, Benefits, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Retention, Payroll, some aspects of Training, Learning, and Development and other functions (as discussed with management).
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Set a strong vision for the companies USA and Canada divisions related to:
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the Human Resources functions, and
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Culture building
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Take responsibility for Canada and USA Payroll process
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Develop and maintain a hiring plan for all departments extending out 12 months and adjust as needed with close coordination with department heads
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Work with in-house and outside recruiters to hire the best suited staff to help reach company goals
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Manage a staff of appropriate size (currently 2-3 people), hiring and training replacements as needed
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Actively participate in building and fostering a culture of success and growth, both personal and business, including multiple offices and remote employees
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Coach department heads on the proper setting and maintaining of quarterly or semi-annual goals for each employee
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Help populate, update, and optimize any HR-related internal and external (hiring/recruiting) materials and properties, both offline and digital
Employee Experience/ Company Culture
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Oversee all aspects of the employee experience
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Create and maintain an employee onboarding process that provides the very best onboarding experience
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Proactively and creatively manage employee retention and engagement
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Assist with coordinating learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal engagement and development opportunities for employees
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Encourage management to create and update succession plans for all key roles
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Determine training or other activities needed to continuously improve management skills, thereby affecting culture
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Excellent strengthening decision making and expertise
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Foster an environment of positivity, trust, and inclusivity such that employees are confident in bringing issues to HR
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Work with department heads to enhance productivity and profitability by optimizing employee performance
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Exhibit a proactive approach in identifying team department needs and challenges
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Proven experience in benefits administration, including a deep understanding of various employee benefits programs, along with hands-on expertise in mapping and configuring benefits within HRIS systems
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Work with outside contractors as needed in the following areas:
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Keep policies, procedures and the employee handbook updated
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Update knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes and new technologies in human resources, and employment law
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Actively track trends in compensation and benefits, and ensure competitive base and incentive pay programs to help attract and retain top talent for the company
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Overall consistency in each of the responsibilities listed above and proven track record helping streamline HR processes
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s Degree
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SHRM-CP
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8+ years of HR experience
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5+ years of HR management experience
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Excellent communications and decision-making skills
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Excellent attention to detail and a sense of pride in your work
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Experience overseeing multi-state payroll in the US plus Canada
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Benefits administration experience
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Approaches work interactions with a mature, professional, respectful, and confidential manner.
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Exemplifies strong organizational, communication, analytical and project management skills.
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Demonstrates understanding for employees by actively listening to their concerns, fostering a supportive environment.
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Experience working with Workday and Namely desired
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