Area HR Manager – Growth, Transformation

Sunrise Senior Living

Area HR Manager leading recruitment, employee relations, and compliance across Sunrise Senior Living communities. Supporting new builds and acquisition integrations across the East Coast.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeNew York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR strategy, full-cycle recruitment, and compliance with employment laws, while effectively managing employee relations and engagement initiatives across multiple communities. Proficient in HRIS and ATS management, ensuring audit readiness and regulatory compliance.

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Full-Cycle RecruitmentEmployee Relations ManagementCompliance with Employment LawHRIS and ATS ManagementHR Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Full-Cycle RecruitmentEmployee RelationsCompliance PracticesHRIS ManagementATS ManagementPerformance ManagementOnboarding ProcessesAnalytical SkillsRegulatory DocumentationUnemployment Claims Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailHigh IntegrityTeam Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeHR Systems

Industry Keywords

Senior LivingHealthcareHiring StandardsAudit ReadinessTravel Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Growth & Transformation portfolio, partnering closely with new community builds and acquisition integrations
Lead HR strategy and operations across multiple Sunrise communities
Oversee full-cycle recruitment, job fairs, and hiring processes
Ensure compliance with Sunrise Hiring Standards and employment laws
Lead onboarding, orientation, and system access for new team members
Maintain HRIS, ATS, personnel files, and regulatory documentation
Manage unemployment and workers’ compensation claims
Serve as HR partner to department leaders on performance management
Lead employee relations matters and internal investigations
Drive team member engagement initiatives and action planning
Deliver HR systems and policy training for front-line staff
Maintain audit readiness and complete monthly compliance controls (MKCC)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree preferred in HR, Business, or related field
2+ years HR experience (senior living or healthcare preferred)
Supervisory and employee relations experience
Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance practices
Excellent communication, organization, and analytical skills
High integrity and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems
Estimated 75% travel, including potential travel to California as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
Retirement Savings Plans
Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
Tuition Reimbursement
Discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses
Support, benefits, and growth opportunities