Manager, People & Culture - Color of Change

Larnell Vickers Enterprises•New York, NY

5d•$85,000 - $105,000•Remote

About The Position

The Manager, People & Culture will serve as the operational backbone of our People & Culture function, managing the day-to-day execution of payroll, benefits, and HR compliance activities. Reporting to the Director of People & Culture, this role ensures that our HR systems run smoothly, accurately, and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This is a hands-on position focused on operational excellence. While the Director provides strategic vision and cultural leadership, the Manager ensures that every paycheck lands on time, every benefits question gets answered, and every compliance requirement gets met. The Manager, People & Culture will work closely with the Director and support the Chief Operating Officer, acting as the primary liaison with our HRIS platform (Rippling) and internal stakeholders. In a unionized environment with 15 union members, this role will also be critical to supporting CBA compliance and grievance handling processes.

Requirements

4-6 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in payroll operations or benefits administration.
Advanced proficiency with Rippling HRIS, payroll systems, and Google Workspace
Knowledge of federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax withholding requirements, and payroll compliance.
Experience administering employee benefits programs, including health insurance, FSAs, and retirement plans.
Exceptional attention to detail, particularly with numerical data, timelines, and legal/compliance requirements.
Highly developed organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines consistently.
Professional ethics and absolute discretion in handling confidential employee information.
Superior written and oral communication skills. Ability to explain complex HR/payroll concepts clearly to non-HR staff.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative in problem-solving.
Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to adapt in a fast-moving environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Rippling or similar HRIS systems.
Experience in a unionized environment or with collective bargaining agreements.
Experience supporting a team that includes union members or managing CBA compliance.
Previous experience working with benefits brokers or retirement plan administration.
Familiarity with nonprofit or mission-driven organizations.
Kindness and a strengths-based approach. You are someone who sees value in every person and can build trust across the organization.