Manage HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, job changes, compensation updates, leaves, and offboarding.
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of HR transactions across multiple employee populations and states.
Act as an escalation point for complex operational issues before elevating to leadership.
Oversee day-to-day use of Oracle HCM across HR modules; coordinate UAT and troubleshoot system-related issues.
Ensure compliance with employment laws, government contractor requirements, and internal policies.
Conduct regular data audits to ensure accuracy and integrity across systems and downstream functions like Payroll.
Prepare HR reports and dashboards, analyze trends, and support data-driven decision-making.
Guide and support HR Operations team members, reinforcing service standards and confidentiality.
Partner cross-functionally with Payroll, Legal, Finance, IT, and HR Centers of Excellence to ensure seamless service delivery.
Contribute to ongoing process improvements, SOP development, and documentation of workflows.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus on operations and systems.
Proficiency with a commercial HRIS; Oracle HCM experience strongly preferred.
Solid understanding of HR policies, employment laws, and multi-state operations.
Excellent Excel skills and comfort with HR data, reports, and metrics.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
High level of discretion in handling confidential information.
Experience supporting a regulated or government contractor environment is a plus.
Previous people management or team lead experience is preferred.
Media, publishing, or similarly complex industry experience is a plus.

Benefits

Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

HR operationsOracle HCMdata auditsExcelHRISemployment lawsreport analysisprocess improvementsSOP developmentconfidential information handling

Soft Skills

organizational skillsproblem-solving skillsattention to detaildiscretionteam leadershipcommunication skillsservice standards reinforcementcross-functional collaborationdata-driven decision-makingsupporting team members