Human Resources Manager

Job Title: HR Manager

Location (city, state): Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Industry: Business & Technical Services

Pay: $140,000- 145,000/yr + bonus

Benefits: Dental, health, vision, retirement and more

About Our Client:

Our client is an established, growing organization operating across multiple business units within a specialized professional services industry. They are seeking an experienced HR Manager to support a geographically dispersed workforce and help strengthen HR operations during a period of continued growth and organizational change.

Job Description:

The HR Manager will serve as a hands-on HR leader, partnering closely with operational leadership and senior management across the U.S. This individual will oversee core HR functions, provide guidance on complex employee matters, improve and standardize HR processes, and help support organizational integration and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with business and operational leaders to align HR initiatives with organizational goals and workforce needs.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, investigations, performance management, disciplinary matters, and employment practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment regulations, with particular emphasis on California employment law.
• Develop, improve, and standardize HR policies, procedures, and processes across multiple business units.
• Support organizational change, integration efforts, and workforce transitions.
• Lead HRIS-related initiatives and help improve systems, reporting, and overall HR effectiveness.
• Provide practical guidance and coaching to managers on employee matters and people-related decisions.
• Help build and develop the HR team as the organization continues to expand.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience in an HR Manager or comparable leadership position.
• Strong background supporting operational, multi-site, or geographically dispersed employee populations.
• In-depth knowledge of California employment law and experience managing complex employee relations matters.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior leadership and translate business needs into practical HR solutions.
• Experience developing HR processes, implementing systems, and navigating organizational change.
• Strong business acumen, communication skills, judgment, and hands-on problem-solving ability.
• Experience with Dayforce or similar HRIS platforms preferred.
• Background in manufacturing, food and beverage, laboratory services, or other operationally focused environments is a plus.

Additional Details:

• Approximately 25% travel
• Supports a broad employee population across the Western U.S.

Perks:

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus opportunity.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunity to take ownership of HR operations and contribute to organizational growth.