<p><strong>HR ManagerLocation:</strong> Springfield, MA area</p><p><br></p><p>We are partnering with a rapidly growing, privately held company that has nearly doubled in size over the past several years and is now approaching 100 employees. With a brand-new office and an outstanding culture, this organization is seeking an <strong>HR Manager</strong> who is excited to take full ownership of the HR function and make a meaningful impact.</p><p>This is a unique opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys both hands-on execution in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>The HR Manager will oversee the full scope of generalist and day-to-day tactical HR operations, including:</p><ul><li>Benefits administration</li><li>Leave management, including FMLA and Massachusetts PFML</li><li>Employee onboarding and offboarding</li><li>HRIS and employee records management</li><li>HR compliance and reporting</li><li>Performance review tracking</li><li>Employee handbook maintenance and policy support</li></ul><p> </p><p>In addition to managing core HR operations, this person will also contribute at a strategic level by supporting:</p><ul><li>HR budget management</li><li>Strategic planning</li><li>Organizational development</li><li>Broader people operations initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of progressive HR experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of Massachusetts HR practices and regulations</li><li>Experience with Massachusetts PFML</li><li>Construction or industrial industry experience preferred</li><li>Strong HRIS proficiency and comfort working within internal systems<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><strong>Why Join</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to step into a highly visible role with real ownership and influence. The company offers a collaborative culture, strong leadership support, and the chance to help shape HR strategy during an exciting period of growth.</p><p>If you are looking for a role where you can balance tactical execution with strategic impact, we’d love to connect. Apply today or email your resume to Kelsey.Ryan@roberthalf(.com)</p><p> </p>
<p><strong>HR Manager (Full-Time)</strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Local to New Hartford, CT</p><p><br></p><p> Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and execute day-to-day human resources operations while partnering closely with leadership on strategic initiatives. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being deeply involved in the business while also helping shape and scale HR practices as the company continues to expand.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Day to day:</b></p><ul><li>Oversee daily HR operations, including employee relations, benefits administration, and onboarding</li><li>Lead talent management efforts, including performance management, development, and retention strategies</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations</li><li>Manage and optimize HRIS systems</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and best practices</li><li>Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on HR strategy, organizational planning, and workforce initiatives</li><li>Handle employee relations matters with professionalism and sound judgment</li><li>Partner with management to support a positive and productive workplace culture</li><li>Support recruiting efforts and workforce planning as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>6+ years of progressive HR experience, with exposure to all core HR functions</li><li>Proven ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Experience working in a union environment </li><li>Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employee relations, and best practices</li><li>Hands-on experience with HRIS systems and data management</li><li>Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills</li><li><strong>Bachelor’s degree required</strong> (HR, Business, or related field preferred)</li></ul><p> <strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary range: $110,000 – $150,000, depending on experience, education, certifications, and industry background</li><li>Full-time position</li><li>One of the most competitive benefits packages in the market! Exceptionally strong healthcare package!</li></ul><p><br></p><p>***Please apply today to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com)</p>
<p>Our client in <strong>West Springfield, Massachusetts</strong> is seeking a <strong>Contract HR Recruiter</strong> to support high-volume recruiting and onboarding efforts for caregiver and home health positions across Western Massachusetts, with a primary focus on the Springfield area.</p><p>This is an <strong>in-office role</strong> ideal for an organized, service-focused recruiting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage a high-volume hiring pipeline.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle recruiting for caregiver and home health staff, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates</li><li>Support a high-volume recruiting pipeline and assist with onboarding approximately 20-25 caregivers at a time</li><li>Conduct virtual interviews using Microsoft Teams and guide candidates through each stage of the hiring process</li><li>Use applicant tracking systems and onboarding platforms to monitor candidate progress and maintain recruiting activity</li><li>Complete new hire onboarding tasks, including I-9 processing, background checks, and credential verification</li><li>Provide a high level of candidate support, including troubleshooting issues during the digital onboarding process</li><li>Ensure recruiting and onboarding practices remain compliant with applicable state and federal employment regulations</li><li>Partner with leadership to support workforce planning and ongoing hiring needs</li><li>Contribute to process improvements related to recruiting workflows, automation, candidate experience, and implementation of new systems or AI chatbot tools</li><li>Participate in occasional travel to Leominster or Auburn, as well as up to 20% travel for job fairs, recruiting events, and community outreach</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking a skilled HR Recruiter to join their dynamic human resources team. This individual will play a key role in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support the company’s future growth. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Source, screen, and interview candidates for a range of roles across the organization</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to understand staffing needs</li><li>Create and post job ads, leveraging innovative sourcing strategies to reach qualified candidates</li><li>Manage the recruitment process from initial contact through onboarding, ensuring a positive candidate experience</li><li>Track metrics and report on recruiting activities to inform HR strategy</li><li>Maintain compliance with all applicable employment regulations and company policies</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)</li><li>2+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in a corporate or agency setting</li><li>Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills</li><li>Proven ability to multitask and manage priorities under tight deadlines</li><li>Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Payroll/HR Business Partner - (New Haven Area)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a well known manufacturer that is seeking a <strong>Payroll/HR Business Partner </strong>to join the company's HR team in the New Haven area. This role will primarily handle payroll processing and provide HR generalist support to the Director of HR. This is a great opportunity to have a hand in all the ins and outs of human resources for approximately a 100-person organization and future succession planning to a HR Manager role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Manage time clock data, PTO tracking, and ensure accuracy of punches.</li><li>Handle 401(k) contributions, benefits enrollment, garnishments, and government reporting.</li><li>Assist with new hire onboarding, orientation, and open enrollment processes.</li><li>Generate payroll reports, including earnings, taxes, and ACA compliance.</li><li>Support the Director of HR with full cycle human resources functions with opportunity to continue to grow</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of progressive human resources experience- with an emphasis on someone who can work on a small team and handle everything from top to bottom.</li><li>Proficiency in using payroll systems (e.g., Paychex, Paycor, ADP or Paylocity).</li><li>Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask</li><li>SHRM or pursuing HR credentials</li><li>Bilingual (plus!)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong></p><ul><li>$75,000-$90,000 annually, based on experience.</li><li>Bonus eligible.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Please apply today email your resume to Kelsey.Ryan@roberthalf(.com)</p>
<p><strong>Job Title: Payroll Manager- PERMANENT</strong></p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> local to Burlington, CT (Onsite)</p><p> <strong>Salary Range:</strong> $105,000 – $125,000 + Exceptional Benefits</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to join our client's team local to Burlington, CT. This is a fully onsite, full-time opportunity overseeing end-to-end payroll operations for a large, complex workforce. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in union payroll environments, multi-state processing, compliance, and system optimization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and process payroll for 400+ employees across multiple pay groups and multiple states</li><li>Oversee union payroll administration, including adherence to collective bargaining agreements</li><li>Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Lead payroll reporting, audits, and reconciliations</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance on payroll-related initiatives and data accuracy</li><li>Play a key role in payroll system implementation, upgrades, or optimization</li><li>Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience managing payroll for 400+ employees in a <strong><u>multi-state environment </u></strong></li><li>Strong background in <strong><u>union payroll</u> </strong>environments</li><li>In-depth knowledge of payroll compliance and regulations</li><li>Hands-on experience with payroll system implementation or upgrades</li><li>Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary: $105,000 – $125,000</li><li>Industry-leading healthcare benefits (among the strongest available)</li><li>Stable, full-time permanent role with growth potential</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Please apply today to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com) if you meet the above qualifications. </b></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced HR Director to support a long-term contract opportunity in Hamden, Connecticut. This role will lead core human resources operations with a strong focus on employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and day-to-day HR leadership. The ideal candidate brings a practical approach to policy guidance, workforce support, and HR systems oversight while helping maintain a well-organized and compliant HR function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily human resources activities, providing direction across employee relations, policy interpretation, and HR administration.<br>• Oversee benefits programs, including open enrollment planning, employee communications, and coordination with vendors or internal stakeholders.<br>• Manage compensation and benefits processes to help ensure accurate administration and alignment with organizational practices.<br>• Support HR compliance efforts by maintaining records, monitoring employment practices, and helping uphold applicable policies and regulations.<br>• Serve as a key resource for workplace concerns, conducting reviews and guiding resolution of employee matters in a fair and consistent manner.<br>• Maintain and optimize HRIS and human resources management systems, including ADP Enterprise and related HR software tools.<br>• Prepare HR reports, track personnel data, and ensure documentation is current, organized, and accessible for business needs.<br>• Partner with leadership on human resources planning, process improvements, and operational priorities across the employee lifecycle.
<p> </p><p><strong>Payroll & AP Operations Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Connecticut</p><p><br></p><p>A growing manufacturer in central CT is seeking a <strong>Payroll & AP Operations Manager</strong> to support the <strong>Controller and CFO</strong>. This role will lead key finance and payroll operations across a multi-entity, with primary responsibility for payroll accounting, multi-state tax compliance, accounts payable, and travel & expense controls.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own end-to-end processes and controls across:</li><li>Payroll</li><li>Accounts Payable</li><li>Travel & Expense</li><li>Manage payroll cycles</li><li>Oversee payroll-related activities, including:</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Tax withholdings</li><li>Garnishments</li><li>Benefits</li><li>Workers’ compensation claims</li><li>Review and approve payroll journals, accruals, and related reporting</li><li>Reconcile payroll- and AP-related balance sheet accounts and resolve variances</li><li>Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll tax filings and statutory requirements</li><li>Support finance systems integration and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Partner with leadership to strengthen core financial controls and reporting integrity</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field</li><li>6–10+ years of accounting experience with strong payroll expertise</li><li>Experience in a multi-entity environment preferred</li><li>Manufacturing experience preferred</li><li>Experience leading or supporting ERP and payroll/HRIS implementations preferred</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>To Apply</strong></p><p>To be considered, apply today or email your resume to <strong>Kelsey.Ryan@roberthalf(.com)</strong></p>