Senior HR Manager

Face Reality•San Ramon, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior HR Manager plays a crucial role in providing strategic support to leaders, leading and managing various aspects of HR including: employee relations, performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits, and HR compliance. The Senior HR Manager collaborates with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. They serve as a trusted advisor to management and employees on HR-related matters, promoting a positive work culture and employee engagement. Please note that this is a hybrid position working out of our corporate office in San Ramon, CA every Tuesday - Thursday and working remotely Mondays and Fridays.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred)
8-10 years of proven experience as a Strategic HR BP, HR manager or similar senior HR role
Change management
Organizational design
Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations in multiple states, with emphasis on Californa
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 platform
Proficient HRIS user, preferably Rippling
Anticipates HR risk and addresses them before escalation
Leads initiatives end-to-end with minimal direction
Drives outcomes in fast-moving ambiguous enviornments
Sets pace and holds others accountable to timelines
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into HR initiatives
Executive communication and influence

Nice To Haves

Experience in a startup, early‑stage, or fast‑scaling company
HR certification (PHR, SHRM‑CP) a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic HR BP to various functions and departments
Partner with leaders to identify long-term workforce needs and develop talent management strategies accordingly
Use of people data to inform leadership decisions
Independently manages assigned HR programs, policies and projects from design through execution with final approval by VP, HR
Leads employee investigations through resolution and makes recommendations on outcomes
Serve as a mediator in resolving employee conflicts and grievances
Provide guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations issues
Partnership with outside counsel (if applicable)
Owns day‑to-day employee relations strategy with escalation to VP, HR as needed
Partner with leadership to calibrate performance and manage risk
Identifies training and development needs to enhance employee performance and career growth. Works with VP, HR to implement strategic solutions
Partner with the VP, HR to identify training needs based on organizational goals and individual performance assessments.
Partner with the VP, HR to develop and implement training programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities. Including leadership development or manager capability building
Coaches management on compensation and benefits programs, including salary administration, incentives, and employee benefits packages
Conduct benchmarking and analysis to ensure competitive compensation practices
Administer employee benefits programs and ensure compliance with regulations
Stay updated on employment laws and regulations to ensure HR policies and practices are compliant
Assist with the development of HR policies to maintain legal compliance and mitigate risks
Partners with HR Generalist and VP, HR to assist with audits and assessments to monitor compliance with HR regulations
In partnership with HR Department, foster a positive work culture and employee engagement initiatives
Program design and outcomes of the company’s Health and Wellness plan, with execution support from the HR Generalist
Partners with business leaders to identify strengths, opportunities and action plans based on engagement survey results