HR MANAGER - EVENTWORKS

Quest Events LLC•Nashville, TN

35d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager who enjoys bringing structure to complex operations, supporting managers and employees, and ensuring the HR side of the business runs accurately and efficiently every day. This is a hands-on HR leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys balancing compliance, employee support, and operational organization. You will work closely with leadership while also being the person employees and managers rely on to answer questions, solve issues, and keep HR systems running properly. The right person for this role is highly organized, detail-oriented, people-focused, and experienced enough to confidently handle the many situations that arise in a growing company. If you enjoy building structure, maintaining compliance, communicating with employees, and keeping HR operations running smoothly, we would love to speak with you.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of Human Resources leadership experience, with strong expertise in:
Payroll administration
Employee benefits and 401(k) administration
Leave of absence programs (FMLA and related regulations)
Recruiting and hiring
Managing or supervising HR staff
Workers’ Compensation administration and OSHA reporting
Strong understanding of payroll processes and payroll tax regulations
Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organization and time-management abilities
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
Ability to develop clear procedures and documentation
Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency
Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (Paylocity preferred)

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred
Experience with mergers and acquisitions
Experience with HRIS implementations
Experience in service-based industries such as events, hospitality, logistics, or multi-location operations
Experience supporting both corporate and operational workforces
Experience managing Workers’ Compensation programs and OSHA compliance in warehouse, logistics, or production environments

Responsibilities

Prepare weekly payroll and ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and applicable laws
Ensure payroll processes comply with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
Monitor compensation changes, guaranteed payments, and salary adjustments
Partner with finance and leadership to ensure compensation changes align with approved budgets
Track applicable payroll tax credits and incentives
Support payroll audits and reporting requirements
Oversee administration of employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life/disability, and voluntary benefits
Administer the company’s 401(k) plan including enrollments, compliance, and reporting
Complete weekly HSA and 401(k) funding
Manage open enrollment and employee benefit communications
Ensure annual reporting including Form 5500 filings and audits as needed
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Manage ACA compliance and reporting
Oversee leave programs including FMLA and medical leaves
Maintain accurate HR documentation and employee records
Partner with legal counsel on employment matters when needed
Represent the company in unemployment hearings when required
Administer the Workers’ Compensation program including injury reporting and claim management
Maintain OSHA logs and safety documentation
Coordinate workplace accident investigations and recommend corrective actions
Partner with operations leadership to promote safe workplace practices
Support regulatory inspections and safety compliance initiatives
Oversee recruiting for corporate, sales, and management positions
Manage candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring processes
Partner with department leaders to identify staffing needs
Ensure effective onboarding for new employees
Recruit, train, and manage HR team members
Develop and maintain HR policies and internal procedures
Organize HR systems and processes to ensure consistency and efficiency
Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive employee information
Serve as HR lead during acquisitions and company integrations
Coordinate employee transitions including payroll, benefits, onboarding, and HR systems
Coordinate employee technology needs including communication tools and system access
Manage relationships with HR technology vendors
Research and implement HR system improvements that increase efficiency
Provide HR guidance to managers on employee relations and workplace policies
Support workplace investigations and disciplinary processes when necessary
Promote a professional and respectful workplace culture