Principal, HR Operations

The LaunchWell Group

. Serve as an embedded People partner across one or more LaunchWell client engagements .

Posted 9/17/2026contractUnited StatesLead💰 $50 - $65 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in HR operations, employee relations, and performance management, with a strong focus on compliance and multi-state employment practices. Capable of leading sensitive employee matters and improving HR infrastructure in fast-paced environments.

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HR Operations ManagementEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementHRIS ImplementationCompliance and Risk Management

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Hard Skills

Employee Lifecycle ManagementPerformance ProcessesInvestigationsCorrective ActionData IntegrityWorkforce ReportingOnboardingOffboardingPolicy AdministrationMulti-State Employment Practices

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInfluencing LeadersConflict ResolutionIndependent WorkManaging Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

RipplingPaylocityWorkdayGustoBambooHRGreenhouseAshby

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-SCPSHRM-CPSPHRPHR

Industry Keywords

Employee ExperienceConsultingHigh-Growth EnvironmentsM&AVenture-Backed Businesses

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as an embedded People partner across one or more LaunchWell client engagements
Own hands-on day-to-day HR operations, employee relations, performance processes, policies, compliance, and employee experience initiatives
Lead sensitive employee relations matters, including concerns, conflicts, investigations, performance issues, and documentation
Coach managers on performance management, accountability, and difficult conversations
Assess risk and recommend actions balancing legal, business, and employee considerations
Own and improve onboarding, offboarding, employee lifecycle management, and documentation processes
Lead policy administration and compliance and manage People risks across multi-state or global teams
Manage HR systems, data integrity, and workforce reporting
Lead performance management, engagement, culture, and employee experience programs
Quickly build context and trust in new client environments and deliver value with limited direction
Collaborate with LaunchWell and client People team members while owning coordination and follow-through
Identify opportunities to expand LaunchWell support and contribute to proposals, pitches, and scoping
Report to LaunchWell’s Co-Founder and Head of Talent & Delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Eight (8)+ years of progressive HR or People Operations experience
Demonstrated experience with Rippling, Paylocity and/or Workday
Experience advising executives, senior leaders, and people managers in fast-paced, changing, or ambiguous environments
Strong employee relations experience, including investigations, performance management, corrective action, and sensitive employee matters
Strong knowledge of HR operations, employee lifecycle processes, compliance, People systems, and multi-state employment practices
Sound business judgment and ability to balance employee, legal, and risk considerations
Ability to know when to escalate matters or seek input before taking action or making recommendations
Excellent communication skills and confidence influencing leaders and navigating difficult conversations
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and create order in a fractional or consulting environment
Preferred: experience supporting multiple clients or business units in consulting, outsourced HR, or high-growth environments
Preferred: startup experience
Preferred: experience building or improving HR infrastructure and scalable operating practices
Preferred: experience with HRIS implementation and reporting, including Gusto, BambooHR, Greenhouse, or Ashby
Preferred: professional HR certification such as SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or PHR
Exposure to M&A, carve-outs, or venture-backed businesses is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible remote work arrangement
Fractional engagement of 10–40 hours per week
Flexible workload based on client portfolio and business needs
Competitive hourly or retainer rates
Limited travel opportunities