Senior HR Consultant

Red Clover

. Hold consultants accountable for delivering high-quality client work in accordance with agreed-upon project plans, scope, timelines, and budgets.

Posted 10/25/2026full-timeParsippany • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $75,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client engagements, overseeing HR processes, and driving operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams, provide strategic HR guidance, and implement effective practices aligned with business objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HR ManagementClient Engagement ManagementProcess ImprovementPeople ManagementProfessional HR Certification

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Hard Skills

Employee Lifecycle ManagementRecruitmentPerformance ManagementHR ComplianceCompensation AdministrationBenefits AdministrationChange ManagementP&L ManagementProject Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGoogle WorkspaceSlackMac OS

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional HR CertificationSHRM CertificationHRCI Certification

Industry Keywords

ConsultingHuman ResourcesEmployee RelationsOnboardingTerminationsOperational EfficiencyBusiness Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Hold consultants accountable for delivering high-quality client work in accordance with agreed-upon project plans, scope, timelines, and budgets.
Manage a portfolio of client engagements, overseeing profitability, resource allocation, consultant utilization, and overall engagement performance.
Serve as the lead strategic HR partner for small and mid-sized clients, providing practical guidance and solutions aligned with their business objectives.
Lead the scoping, estimating, and planning of new client engagements to establish clear deliverables, realistic timelines, and accurate budgets.
Develop quarterly engagement plans and monitor progress, hours, deliverables, and outcomes to ensure successful execution.
Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders, ensuring alignment, proactively addressing concerns, and identifying opportunities to deliver additional value.
Serve as an escalation point and trusted advisor for clients and consultants, resolving complex issues and ensuring effective outcomes.
Provide consultants with guidance and constructive feedback related to client engagement management, project execution, and service delivery.
Identify opportunities for improvement in internal processes, service delivery, operational efficiency, and client experience, and recommend solutions to firm leadership.
Represent the firm at networking events and industry functions to build relationships, strengthen brand visibility, and support business development efforts.
Partner with firm leadership on strategic initiatives, organizational goals, and continuous improvement efforts that support business growth and team effectiveness.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
5+ years of progressive HR experience managing all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, terminations, HR compliance, compensation, and benefits administration.
Previous people management experience is highly preferred, including experience leading, coaching, and developing team members.
Demonstrated track record of success in process improvement, change management, and implementing effective HR practices.
Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and drive projects and initiatives to completion.
Professional HR certification through a recognized organization (e.g., SHRM or HRCI) is required.
Previous consulting experience is an asset, with experience working in a small, dynamic startup environment considered a plus.
Working knowledge of P&L management and an understanding of key financial drivers.
Proficiency with Mac OS, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Slack.

Benefits

Comp & perks

15 PTO Days
40 Hours Sick Time
10 Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision
401k w/company match
Sponsored Continuing Education
Performance-based incentives