Advice Personnel
Director of Operations – 9 to 5 Role – $125-$165k plus bonus and benefits
Advice Personnel, New York, New York, us, 10261
Director of Operations – 9 to 5 Role – $125-$165k plus bonus and benefits
Our client, a boutique professional services firm located in Westchester County, is seeking a dynamic, hands-on executive to lead corporate operations and human resources across all levels of the organization. This role is a strategic and operational hybrid, responsible for driving company-wide efficiency, culture, and compliance while also rolling up your sleeves to oversee payroll, benefits, and HR administration. This individual will report directly to ownership and serve as a key member of the senior leadership team.
This is a true 9am to 5pm position and will be based full-time onsite in the Westchester office.
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Operational Leadership: Partner with the leadership team to define and execute corporate strategies and initiatives that drive company growth.
Oversee daily operations of the corporate office and ensure smooth administrative processes across departments.
Build and lead cross-functional process improvements that optimize efficiency, with an emphasis on technology implementation.
Mentor and lead employees at all levels to foster a culture of performance, accountability, and engagement.
Direct all HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and terminations.
Provide day-to-day HR guidance to leadership and employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Lead policy development, job descriptions, and organizational planning efforts.
Oversee employee engagement initiatives, internal communications, and event coordination.
Coordinate annual benefits renewal, open enrollment, and evaluation of plan design and costs.
Maintain compliance with reporting requirements such as ACA, EEO-1, COBRA, Workers Comp audits, 5500s, and NY Paid Family Leave.
Process weekly payroll, including subcontractor labor; ensure accuracy in wage deductions, garnishments, and journal entries.
Maintain attendance records and paid time off balances.
Administer 401(k) contributions, health plans, and other benefit offerings.
Manage reporting for unemployment, disability, wage verification, and tax compliance.
Leverage HRIS/Payroll software, Time & Attendance, and reporting tools for efficient processing and analysis.
Talent Acquisition & Development
Support hiring managers in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding processes.
Lead initiatives to assess and enhance employee development and learning programs.
Research and recommend new HR initiatives including wellness programs and retention strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree a plus.
6–8+ years of progressive experience in operations and human resources leadership roles.
Expertise in payroll processing and benefits administration.
Strong understanding of HR compliance, employment law, and regulatory reporting.
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and implementing process improvements.
Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency; experience with system implementations a plus.
Ability to manage competing priorities with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
Salary:
$125,000 - $165,000 plus bonus, 401k with generous match, excellent health benefits and perks.
The above salary range represents Advice's good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible base compensation range at the time of posting and is not reflective of the total compensation package, which may also include benefits, equity and other non-cash incentives.
Please send your resume for immediate consideration to:
bsedita@adviceny.com
If this role isn’t the ideal fit, please feel free to forward your resume to the email above to explore other opportunities. Referrals are appreciated!
Advice Personnel
*Celebrating 40 years as New York’s trusted boutique executive recruiting & staffing firm
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This is a true 9am to 5pm position and will be based full-time onsite in the Westchester office.
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Operational Leadership: Partner with the leadership team to define and execute corporate strategies and initiatives that drive company growth.
Oversee daily operations of the corporate office and ensure smooth administrative processes across departments.
Build and lead cross-functional process improvements that optimize efficiency, with an emphasis on technology implementation.
Mentor and lead employees at all levels to foster a culture of performance, accountability, and engagement.
Direct all HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and terminations.
Provide day-to-day HR guidance to leadership and employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Lead policy development, job descriptions, and organizational planning efforts.
Oversee employee engagement initiatives, internal communications, and event coordination.
Coordinate annual benefits renewal, open enrollment, and evaluation of plan design and costs.
Maintain compliance with reporting requirements such as ACA, EEO-1, COBRA, Workers Comp audits, 5500s, and NY Paid Family Leave.
Process weekly payroll, including subcontractor labor; ensure accuracy in wage deductions, garnishments, and journal entries.
Maintain attendance records and paid time off balances.
Administer 401(k) contributions, health plans, and other benefit offerings.
Manage reporting for unemployment, disability, wage verification, and tax compliance.
Leverage HRIS/Payroll software, Time & Attendance, and reporting tools for efficient processing and analysis.
Talent Acquisition & Development
Support hiring managers in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding processes.
Lead initiatives to assess and enhance employee development and learning programs.
Research and recommend new HR initiatives including wellness programs and retention strategies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree a plus.
6–8+ years of progressive experience in operations and human resources leadership roles.
Expertise in payroll processing and benefits administration.
Strong understanding of HR compliance, employment law, and regulatory reporting.
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and implementing process improvements.
Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency; experience with system implementations a plus.
Ability to manage competing priorities with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
Salary:
$125,000 - $165,000 plus bonus, 401k with generous match, excellent health benefits and perks.
The above salary range represents Advice's good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible base compensation range at the time of posting and is not reflective of the total compensation package, which may also include benefits, equity and other non-cash incentives.
Please send your resume for immediate consideration to:
bsedita@adviceny.com
If this role isn’t the ideal fit, please feel free to forward your resume to the email above to explore other opportunities. Referrals are appreciated!
Advice Personnel
*Celebrating 40 years as New York’s trusted boutique executive recruiting & staffing firm
#J-18808-Ljbffr