Job Description:

We are seeking a Human Resources (HR) Manager for a direct hire employee role with our client in midtown, New York City. Compensation depends upon experience level. 5+ years of Human Resources experience, banking experience is a plus.Job Purpose:Responsible for all Human Resources and Administration functions, including payroll, onboarding, termination, benefits, performance management; training; premise projects; and office maintenance. Also responsible for developing, recommending, and implementing personnel policies; providing a full range of HR support to Branch's management; coordinating with Head Office; providing HR support to all branch's staff and counsel employees on all employment issues.Key Responsibilities:• Responsible for all aspects of Human Resources including: o Recruitment including selecting recruiters, preparing job description, interviewing, evaluation, pre-screening, background checks and on-boarding. o Time keeping, collecting and processing time-off forms, ensuring accurate records are kept. o Payroll preparation and processing, using ADP TotalSource. o Annual review of benefits, making recommendations to management. o Counsel, discipline and termination o Performance management and performance counseling.• Provide advice and consultation services to management on all Human Resources and employee relations issues.• Ensure adherence to nondiscriminatory practices and compliance with Federal and State Labor Laws (EEO, COBRA, ERISA, OSHA, Wage & Hour Law, USERRA, etc.)• Ensure consistent practices and procedures are adhered to regarding employee confidentiality and maintenance of accurate and current personnel records.• Act as primary contact with employment legal counsel and external government agencies.• Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures for employment, benefits, compensation, training, manpower planning, employee relation, etc. in compliance with bank policies and US laws and regulations.• Develop management skills through consulting and coaching line personnel in the areas of conflict resolution, cross cultural management, team building and communication.• Manage premise projects, office maintenance, mail processing, reception area coverage and all requests involving building staff.Qualification and Experience:• 5 years of professional level HR experience• College degree (in HR - preferred but not essential)• Strong knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and OutlookSkills Essential:• Excellent interpersonal skills.• Strong team player• Excellent organizational and time management skills.• Excellent oral and written communication skills.• Ability to multi-task and pay attention to detail• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of employee data and other information.Please note: This position is not open to 3rd party c2c agencies. No visa sponsorship provided. All applicants must have permanent US work authorization and not require sponsorship now or in the future.