What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR & Talent Operations Manager position at Mai Placement?
HR & Talent Operations ManagerBrooklyn, NY80-120KAbout UsWe're a fast-growing, values-driven organization seeking a hands-on, passionate HR & Talent Operations Manager to take ownership of recruiting, onboarding, and internal people operations. We believe in building a strong team from the inside out — and this role is foundational to shaping our future workforce and work culture.What You'll DoYou'll be the go-to for all things people-related — from sourcing the right talent to setting the tone for our internal culture. This is not a siloed or administrative-only HR role. We're looking for someone who takes initiative, owns outcomes, and thrives in a collaborative environment.Key Responsibilities:Full-cycle Recruiting:Own hiring from start to finish — job descriptions, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring across all departments.Onboarding & Culture:Design and implement meaningful onboarding experiences that reflect our values and drive employee buy-in.HR Operations:Oversee HR compliance, employee records, benefits coordination, and assist in shaping internal policies and procedures.People Development:Track employee performance, help develop training pathways, and support managers in coaching team members.Problem-Solving & Fire-Fighting:You're the calm in the storm — able to handle the occasional “one emergency a day” with clarity and positivity.The Right Fit Has…HR experience, ideally with exposure to recruiting and internal people operations.Proven ability to take ownership and follow through — you don't wait to be told what to do.Strong emotional intelligence, intuition about people, and a natural talent for building rapport.A positive, proactive attitude — focused on solutions, not blame.A track record of creating buy-in and engaging teams around shared goals.Experience in growing environments — bonus if you've worked with founders or execs closely.A passion for building culture and a belief that HR is more than policies — it's about people.Why Join Us?You'll work directly with leadership and have the autonomy to build and shape HR from the ground up.We move fast, value transparency, and encourage initiative.You'll never be “just HR” here — you're part of our growth story.Email resume to: Baila@maiplacement.com