Senior Human Resources Associate - Blackwell HR

Blackwell HR•Wilmington, DE

1d•$70,000 - $78,000•Remote

About The Position

Blackwell HR is hiring a Senior Human Resources Associate for a full-time, W2 position. The role supports 6–8 clients across different industries and business communities, working alongside experienced HR professionals. The associate takes ownership of routine HR work and provides client-facing support, while partnering with HR Principals on complex matters. Responsibilities span payroll processing, benefits administration, employee relations, HR documentation, client communications, recruiting and onboarding support, HR systems and records, and process improvement. The role is suited to a hands-on HR professional who is resourceful, detail-oriented, responsive, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and able to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating with a team. The position is fully remote, with candidates based in DC, VA, MD, DE, PA, NJ, or OH considered. Blackwell HR is a woman-founded human resources third-party and consulting group based in Wilmington, Delaware, serving small to medium-sized businesses and nonprofits across the United States.

Requirements

At least 3 years of HR experience, preferably in an HR generalist, HR operations, or client-facing role.
Working knowledge of core HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, employee documentation, onboarding, recruiting, and employee relations.
Hands-on experience with payroll processing and HRIS systems.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and follow-through.
Clear written and verbal communication skills, including professional communication with employees, managers, and senior leaders.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple clients, deadlines, and priorities.
Comfort working independently in a remote environment while collaborating with a team.
Willingness to ask questions, find answers, and take ownership of getting work done.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting a small business, nonprofit, startup, or lean HR team.
Experience with ADP, Paycom, Paylocity, Workday, Gusto, Rippling, or similar systems.
A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as a point of contact for routine HR questions, respond to client needs, and partner with HR Principals on complex situations.
Process payroll for assigned clients, including multi-state employees and 1099 contractors, time and attendance, payroll deductions, tax-related requirements, and pre- and post-payroll reporting.
Coordinate benefits enrollment and ongoing administration, process employee changes, troubleshoot routine issues, and escalate complex questions as needed.
Create and maintain accurate, clear, and client-appropriate employee communications, policies, procedures, notices, and other HR documents.
Help clients navigate routine employee questions and workplace matters, and recognize when additional guidance from an HR Principal is needed.
Support recruiting, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, and other client HR initiatives.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee information, HRIS data, benefits records, and documentation.
Identify opportunities to make recurring processes more efficient, recommend improvements, and help implement better ways of working.