HR Manager - HYBRID

About the role

DB Insurance is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking HR Manager who will oversee human resources operations across four U.S. offices (California, New York, Hawaii, and Guam).

Responsibilities

• Multi-Site HR & Compliance Management: Oversee HR functions and provide guidance for offices in CA, NY, HI, and Guam, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws while navigating region-specific regulations.
• Leadership & Supervision: Direct, mentor, and oversee the performance of HR Generalist and an Office Operations Coordinator.
• Expatriate & Local Staff Support: Manage the entire employee lifecycle for both local U.S. staff and expatriate employees, including support for cultural integration, relocation coordination, and policy understanding.
• Talent Management: Lead recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluation, and training programs tailored to diverse teams.
• HQ Liaison & Strategy Alignment: Serve as the link between U.S. branches and South Korea HQ. Align global HR strategies with U.S. operations and secure HQ approvals for regional policy adaptations.
• Policy Management & Updates: Review and update existing personnel procedures and policies. Maintain and update employee handbooks tailored to U.S. regulations.
• Employee Relations: Address employee inquiries, manage conflict resolution, and proactively foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative company culture.
• Budgeting & Compensation Strategy: Create the annual HR budget, including collaborating with HQ in executing the annual salary review and compensation planning, and managing overall departmental expenditures for the U.S. offices.
• HR Systems & Payroll: Proven experience processing payroll and serving as the lead administrator for core HR technologies, including HRIS, ATS, and LMS platforms.
• Training & Development: Design and implement training initiatives focused on compliance, leadership development, and continuous professional growth.
• Workplace Operations: Manage day-to-day office and workplace operations to maintain an efficient, safe, and productive work environment.
• Other relevant tasks as required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of HR experience, with at least 4+ years in a management or leadership role.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Expertise in end-to-end payroll processing and serving as the lead administrator for HRIS, ATS, and LMS platforms.
• Experience leading a multi-state U.S. labor law organization with 100+ employees.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• A self-driven and proactive individual who takes ownership of their work.
• HR certifications such as SHRM-CP or PHR a strong plus.
• Experience in the insurance industry is required.

Benefits

• Medical (PPO), dental (PPO), vision (PPO), and life insurance covered 100% by the company and 50% for dependents.
• Monthly manager stipend.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• 13 annual paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care FSA.
• Job-related training reimbursement.
• Casual dress code.

Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Hybrid after 90 days – 3 days in office / 2 days remote.

Pay

$120,000 - $140,000 / annually