Talent & Culture Manager

Summary

People Architects is excited to recruit for a Talent & Culture Manager at one of our client partners! This thoughtful and experienced Talent & 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 Talent & 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 communications
• Manage FMLA processes and compliance
• 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.

*no external agencies/3rd parties.