Senior Human Resources Manager

Link Engineering Company•Plymouth, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a talented Senior Human Resources Manager who will be a strategic HR leader responsible for overseeing employee relations, total rewards strategy, and end-to-end payroll operations. This role drives organizational effectiveness by aligning HR programs with business objectives, ensuring compliance, enhancing employee experience, and maintaining operational excellence. This position leads a team and serves as a trusted advisor to leadership, managing complex employee matters, assists in designing competitive compensation and benefits programs, and ensuring accurate and compliant payroll delivery. The role plays a critical part in strengthening organizational capability, engagement, and retention.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, or related field
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, including leadership responsibilities
Minimum of 3 years of people management experience with demonstrated team leadership success
Proven experience overseeing payroll operations and compliance.
Deep expertise across employee relations, compensation, benefits, and HR strategy.
Strong knowledge of employment law, wage & hour regulations, and payroll compliance.
Excellent leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS/payroll systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively throughout all levels of an organization
Strong experience in all facets of human resources including: performance management, talent acquisition, talent management, learning & development, organizational design, and employee relations.
Knowledge of effective HR management; remains current on relevant laws, best practices and seeks professional HR development opportunities
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications: S/PHR, S/CP or GPHR

Responsibilities

Partner with senior leadership to design and execute HR strategies that support business growth, workforce planning, retention, and succession.
Act as a senior advisor on employee relations, compensation, benefits, and payroll matters, influencing business decisions with data-driven insights.
Lead and develop a high-performing HR team, including payroll and total rewards professionals.
Oversee complex employee relations matters including investigations, disciplinary actions, terminations, and conflict resolution.
Ensure consistent application of policies and employment practices across the organization.
Provide expert guidance to managers on sensitive and high-risk situations.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Analyze market trends and internal data to ensure competitive and equitable compensation structures.
Oversee job architecture, job descriptions, and compensation alignment with organizational strategy.
Direct benefit plan design, vendor management, open enrollment, and employee communications to ensure cost-effective and competitive offerings.
Own and oversee the full payroll function, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing.
Establish and maintain payroll controls, audits, and governance practices.
Partner with Finance to ensure alignment on reporting, compliance, and financial accuracy.
Lead payroll system optimization, process improvements, and vendor management (if applicable).
Ensure compliance with all wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
Utilize HR and payroll data to identify trends and drive strategic initiatives.
Develop dashboards and reporting to inform decision-making across HR and leadership.
Continuously evaluate and improve HR and payroll processes, systems, and efficiencies.
Lead employee engagement initiatives and programs across all locations.
Partner with Talent Development to support leadership development and workforce capability building.
Drive initiatives that enhance culture, engagement, and retention.
Ensure full compliance across HR and payroll practices, including audits and regulatory updates.
Monitor employment law, payroll regulations, and HR best practices to mitigate organizational risk.
Oversee immigration processes and compliance for employee sponsorship.
Lead communication strategies related to HR, payroll, and total rewards initiatives.
Support organizational change efforts with clear communication and stakeholder alignment.
Ensure work is performed in a safe manner using all available safety equipment.
All other related duties as assigned.
Possess mental faculties consistent with performing the minimum requirements of the job.
Adhere and perform all duties aligned with the core values of the LINK Group organization, Can-Do Attitude, Courage, Commitment, Humility and Accountability.