Manager
HR Services
Firm Overview:
Stable Rock is an integrated professional services platform supporting over 500 clients including investment and asset managers, early-stage and midsize businesses, portfolio companies, and founders. We provide deep expertise across outsourced and fractional CFO services, accounting and bookkeeping, middle office and operations, regulatory and compliance, tax strategy and planning, IT, HR, insurance services, and AI-driven automation.
Our approach combines deep technical expertise with a hands-on, client-focused mindset. We work closely with our clients to deliver tailored solutions, strengthen operations, improve processes, and support their continued growth.
Job Opportunity and Responsibilities:
Stable Rock is seeking a Manager, HR Services to deliver hands-on human resources support to a diverse portfolio of clients. This individual will be responsible for managing core HR administration, including payroll and benefits administration, workers’ compensation and unemployment matters, employment compliance, and the development and maintenance of HR policies, employee handbooks, and job descriptions.
The ideal candidate brings at least five years of relevant HR experience, strong organizational and documentation skills, and the ability to work directly with clients to understand their needs and implement practical, compliant HR solutions. This role requires someone who is comfortable balancing day-to-day HR administration with policy development, process improvement, and ongoing client support.
Experience working with investment management firms, financial services organizations, or other professional services businesses is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, resourceful, and service-minded, with the ability to manage multiple client relationships and deliver consistent, high-quality support.
Key Responsibilities:
HR Administration & Client Support
- Provide direct HR support to clients, managing day-to-day needs, competing priorities, and employee lifecycle activities.
- Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and documentation.
- Partner with client leadership to address HR needs, improve processes, and deliver responsive service.
Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Coordinate payroll and benefits administration, including employee changes, enrollments, reconciliations, and issue resolution.
- Liaise with payroll providers, benefits brokers, and other third-party partners to support accurate and timely administration.
- Maintain supporting documentation and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
Employment Compliance & Risk Management
- Support compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Coordinate workers’ compensation and unemployment matters, including claims, documentation, and communications.
- Monitor compliance needs, maintain required records, and escalate complex issues as appropriate.
HR Policies & Documentation
- Develop and maintain employee handbooks, HR policies, job descriptions, and other foundational HR documentation.
- Help clients establish consistent HR processes, procedures, and administrative practices.
- Identify documentation gaps and recommend improvements to support compliance and operational effectiveness.
Process Improvement & Service Delivery
- Develop standardized templates, workflows, and procedures to improve consistency and efficiency across client engagements.
- Manage deadlines, coordinate with internal teams and external providers, and communicate proactively with clients.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of Stable Rock’s HR Services capabilities and service delivery model.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in human resources, HR operations, HR administration, or a related role.
Skills (Required):
- Hands-on experience with payroll and benefits administration.
- Working knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance requirements, workers’ compensation, and unemployment administration across multiple states.
- Experience developing or maintaining HR policies, employee handbooks, job descriptions, and other employee-related documentation.
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients, build trusted relationships, communicate effectively, and deliver practical solutions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, professional HR documentation.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism.
Skills (Preferred):
- Experience supporting clients in investment management, financial services, private equity, hedge funds, family offices, or other professional services environments.
- Experience in an outsourced HR, HR consulting, PEO, or multi-client service delivery model.
- Experience building HR infrastructure, formalizing policies, and improving processes within small or growing organizations.
Why Stable Rock:
Stable Rock offers the opportunity to work directly with a diverse portfolio of clients, build trusted relationships, and make a meaningful impact on their businesses. Our collaborative, client-focused culture values initiative, accountability, and practical problem-solving, giving you the opportunity to strengthen HR operations while contributing to the continued development of our HR Services offering.
Location:
We are open to exceptional talent nationwide, with a strong preference for candidates located in or near our core markets: New York, Dallas, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.
Compensation:
Highly competitive base salary ranging from $100,000 to $140,000, based on experience and location, with eligibility for a discretionary performance bonus.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage. Employee-only premiums are paid at 100%.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Unlimited paid time off policy
- Remote work flexibility to support professional and personal balance
Inclusion: Stable Rock is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our firm. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to building a team that reflects many different perspectives and experiences.
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