Human Resources Manager

Description

The Human Resources Manager serves as the primary HR Business Partner for Talos Energy’s Corporate organization. This role blends hands-on HR execution with strategic partnership to Corporate leadership. The position leads the HR strategic business partnership including employee relations, recruiting, compliance, and other workforce initiatives, while collaborating closely with Compensation, Benefits, Talent Development, and Legal.

Duties & Responsibilities

People Management

• Directly manage and develop HR Generalist, including performance management, coaching, workload prioritization, and professional development
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and employee relations practices across the Corporate organization
• Provide daily leadership and escalation support for complex employee matters
  
  

HR Business Partnership & Employee Relations

• Serve as the primary HR Business Partner to Corporate leaders and executives
• Build strong relationships with employees and management to effectively manage employee relations matters including:
• Performance management
• Workplace investigations
• Formal and informal complaints
• Discipline and terminations
• Ensure employee relations actions are compliant with Company policy and applicable federal and state laws
• Partner with leaders on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and change initiatives
  

Talent Acquisition

• Own the full lifecycle recruiting process for Corporate roles
• Partner with leaders on workforce needs, role design, and hiring strategy
• Oversee sourcing, interviewing, offer development, pre-employment requirements, and onboarding
• Ensure competitive and compliant hiring practices in partnership with Compensation and Legal
  
  

Performance Management & Talent Support

• Support the Corporate performance management process including:
• Annual performance reviews
• Mid-year check-ins
• Calibration sessions
• Coach leaders on performance conversations, documentation, and corrective action
• Partner with the Talent Manager on succession planning and leadership development initiatives
  

Compliance & Legal Partnership

• Partner closely with Legal to ensure compliance with employment-related regulations including:
• FLSA, FMLA, ADA, I-9, AAP, and OFCCP
• Support audits, internal investigations, and regulatory reporting as needed
• Participate in the development and rollout of new or revised HR policies and procedures
  

Other Responsibilities

• Support payroll-related processes as needed (coordination, data review, bonus processing)
• Participate in cross-functional projects and HR initiatives as assigned
• Serve as a key change agent during organizational transitions
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources Generalist experience, preferably in Oil & Gas
• Minimum of 3 years of direct people management experience
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong working knowledge of employee relations, recruiting, performance management, and employment law
• Proven ability to lead and develop HR staff
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with employees, leaders, and executives
• Strong investigation, conflict resolution, and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity and sound judgment in sensitive situations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems
• Flexible and willing to work in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
  
  

Certificates & Licenses

• PHR, SPHR or GPHR preferred
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time and have use of arms and hands in repetitive motion. A fair amount of standing and walking is also required for the position.