Job Description

Our client, Merit Financial Advisors, a fast-growing national financial services firm headquartered in Alpharetta, GA, is adding a Human Resources Manager to their expanding team. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by InvestmentNews and one of INC 5000’s fastest-growing companies, Merit invests in the growth of its people and fosters a culture of servant leadership, collaboration, and continuous learning.

The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional with a solid background working in a white collar/professional services organization along with a consistent work history.  Additional experience with a strong understanding of multi-state employment laws, a proven ability to manage HR operations, and exceptional communication, problem-solving, and employee relations skills. 

This is a roll-up-your-sleeves, hands-on HR Manager position.  You will oversee day-to-day HR operations, ensuring efficient processes, compliance with employment laws, and employee satisfaction. This role leads HR administrative functions, manages the HR Coordinator, and connects HR strategy with execution.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Operations & Compliance: Manage daily HR activities; ensure legal compliance, accurate reporting, and audit readiness.

• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Oversee recruitment and onboarding; ensure quality hires and smooth integration; supervise the HR Coordinator’s hiring tasks.

• Performance & Development: Support performance reviews, employee development, training, and career planning; track and report trends.

• Employee Relations & Engagement: Address employee concerns, coach managers, support investigations, and promote engagement and culture initiatives.

• Compensation & Benefits: Assist with salary planning, payroll, and benefits administration; monitor workforce data.

• Documentation: Ensure employment actions and communications comply with laws and policies; coordinate with leaders on promotions, offers, and related processes.

Responsibilities may evolve over time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (HR, business, or related field preferred)

• 3+ years in Human Resources as part of a corporate HR Team, not as a solo performer (management level, preferred)

• Previous experience working for a fast-growth company - either through organic growth or acquisitions

• SHRM-CP or PHR desired

• Strong knowledge of multi-state and federal employment laws

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

• High integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail

• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with HRIS and talent systems

Salary + Benefits

• $100- $110k salary plus bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO + paid holidays
• Opportunity for a hybrid schedule after 6 months of employment with 2 days remote