Director of HR & Payroll

ebs recruiters LLC•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Our client is seeking a Director of Human Resources & Payroll to lead all human resources and payroll functions, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, policy development, performance management, and payroll operations. This hands-on leadership role partners with management to support employees, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive organizational effectiveness across multiple locations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Five or more years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibilities.
Experience overseeing payroll administration required.
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, employee relations, benefits administration, and payroll practices.
Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, and Microsoft Office systems.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Proven ability to build relationships, exercise sound judgment, work independently, and balance strategic and day-to-day HR responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multi-location operations preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day HR operations and serve as a trusted advisor to employees and management.
Develop and administer HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
Maintain employee records and ensure confidentiality.
Support employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture initiatives.
Manage recruiting, hiring, and onboarding processes.
Partner with managers to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
Oversee employment documentation, background checks, and new hire orientation.
Administer and process payroll accurately and on schedule.
Ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations.
Manage employee benefits programs, enrollments, and employee communications.
Coordinate payroll reporting and maintain payroll records.
Serve as the primary resource for employee relations matters.
Conduct workplace investigations and advise managers on performance, corrective action, and employment decisions.
Ensure compliance with employment laws, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain required records and support audits and legal inquiries as needed.
Support performance management, employee development, and succession planning.
Identify training opportunities and promote leadership development throughout the organization.