HR Partner

Paylocity

. Serve as the primary HR point of contact for assigned clients .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $71,500 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic HR partnership, employee relations, compliance, and policy development, with a strong understanding of multi-state employment laws and HR best practices. Proficient in advising on compensation, performance management, and workforce planning while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Human ResourcesActive HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)5+ Years Of Progressive HR ExperienceStrong Knowledge Of Multi-State Employment LawsExperience Using Paylocity Platform

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Hard Skills

Employee RelationsCompliancePolicy DevelopmentPerformance ManagementWorkforce PlanningRecruitingOnboardingJob DesignCompensation PhilosophyRisk Mitigation

Soft Skills

Client Relationship BuildingAdvisory SkillsCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Paylocity Platform

Certifications & Qualifications

PHRSPHRSHRM-CPSHRM-SCP

Industry Keywords

Federal Employment Law ComplianceState Employment Law ComplianceLocal Employment Law CompliancePEOASOManaged Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary HR point of contact for assigned clients
Advise client executives and managers on people strategy, compliance, and employee relations
Build client relationships through regular touchpoints, including onsite visits when required
Translate client business goals into practical HR recommendations
Advise on recruiting, onboarding, job design, and workforce planning
Provide guidance on performance management, corrective action, and employee relations
Support termination decisions, documentation, and risk mitigation
Advise on compensation philosophy, job leveling, pay practices, and market alignment
Develop, review, and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures
Advise on federal, state, and local employment law compliance
Partner with payroll, benefits, and HR operations teams
Assist with benefits administration, leave management, and HR system navigation
Ensure HR documentation and practices align with service agreements and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Active HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) required
5+ years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations, compliance, and policy development
Demonstrated experience in a strategic HR partner role
Strong working knowledge of multi-state employment laws and HR best practices
Comfort traveling locally or regionally for onsite client support as needed
Prior work in a PEO, ASO, or managed services environment preferred
Experience using the Paylocity platform highly preferred
Must be available five days per week during designated work hours
Ability to work 9am–6pm MT / 8am–5pm PT

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) match
Career development opportunities
Fully remote work from home or location of record within the U.S.
Annual bonus
Restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance
Full range of benefits