What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at Baird Consulting Group?
Overview
We’re seeking an HR Manager who can balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution. This role is split approximately 50% strategic initiatives (talent development, workforce planning, culture) and 50% operational execution (employee relations, compliance, and HR administration).
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Improved employee engagement and retention
- Effective and timely hiring outcomes
- Strong compliance and risk management
- HR programs that directly support business performance
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership & Talent Management (50%)
- Partner with leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals
- Lead full-cycle talent acquisition, including workforce planning, recruiting, and onboarding
- Design and manage performance management processes that drive accountability and growth
- Identify training needs and implement employee development programs
- Support succession planning and leadership development initiatives
- Analyze HR metrics (turnover, engagement, hiring trends) to guide decision-making
- Drive employee engagement and culture-building initiatives
- Coach managers on leadership, feedback, and performance management
HR Operations & Compliance (50%)
- Manage employee relations matters with consistency, fairness, and legal compliance
- Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and compensation processes
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws
- Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook
- Manage HRIS systems and ensure data accuracy and reporting integrity
- Support audits, documentation, and regulatory reporting requirements
- Partner with IT and leadership on systems improvements and process efficiencies
- Oversee onboarding, offboarding, and the full employee lifecycle
Qualifications
- 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Experience with HRIS systems and HR analytics/reporting tools
- Proven ability to handle employee relations and influence leadership decisions
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or consumer products industries (preferred)
- HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) preferred
Salary : $90,000 - $95,000