People & Culture Manager

Summary
People Architects is excited to recruit for a People & Culture Manager at one of our client partners! This thoughtful and experienced People & Culture Manager will support one of our clients organization’s people strategy and ensure HR practices are applied consistently, fairly, and in compliance with regulations.

This role oversees core HR functions including employee relations, benefits administration, training and development, HR compliance, and payroll coordination. The People & Culture Manager will work closely with leadership and serve as a key member of the Management Team, helping foster a strong, collaborative workplace culture while ensuring HR operations run effectively.

Responsibilities:

Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, life insurance, LTD, retirement, and other offerings

Advise employees regarding benefit eligibility and coverage

Maintain benefit records and oversee related documentation and communication.

Recommend enhancements to benefit programs based on employee and organizational needs

Coordinate employee engagement and wellness initiatives (e.g., flu clinics, wellness programs)

Support employees through important life events such as bereavement, childbirth, illness, or weddings

Identify training needs for new hires and internal transitions and partner with the Training Manager to implement training plans

Track completion of required training and coordinate additional development opportunities

Lead or oversee compliance training programs, including annual harassment training

Participate in company events and initiatives that support employee engagement and organizational culture

Support company-wide culture initiatives such as recognition programs, Top Workplace activities, and internal committees

Provide guidance to managers on employee issues and workplace concerns

Conduct exit interviews and analyze feedback for trends and improvement opportunities

Coordinate with the Recruiting Manager on hiring needs and workforce planning

Oversee the annual performance review process

Partner with management on employee relations matters and disciplinary actions to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations

Partner with leadership to support internal talent development and career pathing initiatives

Maintain and monitor HR policies and procedures

Stay current with employment legislation and regulatory requirements in partnership with the organization’s third-party compliance provider

Qualifications (required & preferred):

5–10 years of progressive HR experience in a similar role

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources or a related field

Strong employee relations and interpersonal skills

Ability to influence and collaborate with leaders across the organization

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Strong communication and diplomacy in handling sensitive situations

Proficiency with business software including spreadsheets and word processing tools

MBA or advanced degree

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. People Architect and our clients are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Applicants for employment with any of People Architect’s clients will ever be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process.