Human Resources Principal - Blackwell HR

Blackwell HR•,

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Blackwell HR is a woman-founded human resources consulting business based in Wilmington, Delaware, serving clients throughout the US. With a focus on small to medium-sized businesses and non-profits, Blackwell HR partners with clients across various industries to develop and implement HR and Payroll solutions. The HR Principal provides human resources consulting and client service for HR retainer and project-based engagements, supporting businesses in expanding their HR functions for growth and development. This role requires a detailed, motivated, process-driven, and proactive individual with extensive HR and advisory experience, creating and executing initiatives to drive efficiency and standardization of HR processes for clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field
5+ years of progressive Human Resources Generalist experience required.
3+ years of Payroll and Benefits experience required.
Strong knowledge of benefits compliance and administration across various plan types and carriers.
Experience managing or processing multi-state payrolls.
Ability to take on the tactical as well as strategic components of the HR function.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, exceptional presentation skills
Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization, including C-Suite and VP levels, with confidence and poise.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Excellent client service skills

Nice To Haves

Expertise with multiple HRIS platforms (i.e. ADP, Paycom, Paylocity, Workday, Gusto, Rippling, etc.) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted HR advisor to clients, aligning HR, Payroll and Benefits strategies with business goals.
Lead the design, development, and execution of HR, Payroll and Benefits programs, policies, and best practices for Blackwell clients.
Develop and lead strong client relationships, whether acting as the primary HR, Payroll and/or Benefits practitioner or augmenting an existing team(s).
Provide and/or lead end-to-end payroll processing support to Blackwell HR’s Managed Payroll services clients by accurately managing time and attendance, ensuring precise and timely processing of payroll for multi-state employees and 1099s, overseeing tax compliance, and delivering pre- and post-payroll reporting.
Ensure proper calculation and withholding of payroll taxes, benefit deductions, 401K, and garnishments.
Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and change of status.
Manage retirement contributions, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
Implement process improvements designed to streamline transactional work in an effort to improve efficiency.
Support internal and external audit reviews with clients and respective agencies.
Leverage expertise in employee benefits by advising clients on benefits strategy, compliance (ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA), plan evaluation, and plan design across health, welfare, and retirement programs.
Provide generalist HR support including employee relations, handbook and policy development, leave administration (FMLA, ADA, STD), performance management, and compliance.
Lead and manage complex HR initiatives, such as change management, leadership development, or succession planning.
Manage multiple client relationships with professionalism and service-driven mindset.
Work independently and collaboratively across the Blackwell HR team to deliver exceptional service.