Human Resource Consultant - FULLY REMOTE

Solex HRC Inc•Stoughton, MA

7d•Remote

About The Position

The Human Resource Consultant is responsible for providing a wide range of human resource functions to our clients, including but not limited to, processing payroll, crafting/updating employee guidelines and handbooks, advising on federal and state regulatory compliance and reporting, conducting HR Assessments, and leading compensation projects. The HR Consultant consults and collaborates with clients on a full spectrum of HR issues while leveraging your knowledge of Solex HRC services, goals, and objectives. This is a fast-paced position, that requires superb communication and written skills, as well as a high level of attention to detail. Our clients have locations and employees across the United States with a concentration in New England. The position is a remote role but MUST be able to travel (commute/drive) to clients' offices as needed within a commutable distance.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Human Resources or equivalent relevant experience
Must be able to follow documented guidelines that establish standards in proper standard operating procedures to ensure consistency in deliverables and outcomes
Experience in interpreting, advising, analyzing, and implementing policies and procedures
Thorough understanding and knowledge of employment legislation
Employee relations expert; must possess consulting skills to effectively address and advise on key issues with clients in various industries, locations and at all levels, such as executive leadership and line managers/supervisors.
Strong HR background
The verbal communication skills to communicate with a diverse client group and strong grasp of what information can be communicated through email versus what should be communicated verbally
Ability to manage difficult conversations and articulate ideas in a clear and concise manner and summarize complex information in a simple format that conveys the salient points
Extraordinary task-switching ability; changing focus from one course of action to another often non-related course of action; without losing track of the initial task
The ability to research, analyze and reason logically within tight and conflicting timeframes
Demonstrated ability to take initiative
Project management experience; i.e. implementing a project from conception to completion
Strong computer proficiency; strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint Word and Teams365.
Strong ability to conduct virtual meetings with clients and colleagues, with a requirement to use video-based technology daily.
Results driven
Strong level of influence and effective leadership skills with the ability to inspire collective success
Excellent business acumen, organizational, problem-solving, responsiveness and exceptional project and time management skills
Keen eye towards attention to detail, strong administrative, technical, and analytical skills
Reliable with a high degree of confidentiality and integrity
Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can adapt at prioritizing responsibilities and tasks to effectively meet deadlines
Personable, a good listener and can effectively communicate with all staff and client types through both written and verbal means
Works efficiently both independently and as a member of a larger team
Willing and flexible to help with any urgent issues that happen to arise at the firm, even if they are outside the immediate scope of the role
Ability and desire to mentor and coach junior HR team members
Collaborative, flexible, positive approach to working within the department and with management
Commitment to undertaking continued professional development

Responsibilities

Provide advisory and consultancy service to clients on a range of human resources issues, procedures, and policies consistent with their employee guidelines, policies, and federal and state legislation.
Collaboratively create solutions from a holistic HR systems and process thinking perspective within a relevant context.
Develop, interpret, and evaluate employee guidelines and policies.
Investigate and respond to client inquiries regarding human resources concerns in a timely manner, while ensuring client satisfaction.
Assist with a range of employment relations queries and projects, providing advice, coaching, and counseling on dispute resolution, disciplinary investigations, and other instances of conflict to clients.
Work closely with Practice Manager to ensure smooth transition and escalation of issues to ensure that all issues raised by clients are followed up as appropriate.
Plan and conduct HR assessments; evaluate findings and prepare and present the results and recommendations to clients in the form of oral and written communications.
Take responsibility for the successful and timely completion of human resources relations projects and priorities, as allocated.
Assist in the development of comprehensive job descriptions that will assist clients in making FLSA, ADA and pay equity decisions.
Perform client training on various HR policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Act as internal liaison on cross functional team projects and client inquires.
Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensures client's compliance.
Support HR Practice Manager to train and develop junior team members by forming supportive coaching relationships.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Travel to client sites within the New England area.