Human Resources Consultant

Reports to: VP – Human Resources | Position Type: Full-time | Location: In-office at our headquarters in Sandy, UT

About the Role

Stratus HR, a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), is looking for a professional, innovative, and detail-oriented Human Resources Consultant. We provide small and medium-sized businesses with top-level outsourced Human Resources services, including HR consulting, payroll, tax and benefits administration, government compliance, risk management, and HR technology. This role offers an exciting opportunity to expand your HR knowledge and contribute to a growing company recognized as a repeat Best Company to Work For and Utah Top Workplace.

The ideal candidate will embody our company’s DNA: taking initiative to solve problems while being coachable, committed, dependable, engaged, humble, innovative, kind, positive, respectful, and trusted.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to develop and implement human resource policies and procedures.
• Conduct and oversee employee relations and investigations.
• Promote and design recruiting and retention strategies.
• Direct the employee life cycle, including pre-employment, onboarding, and offboarding tasks.
• Develop performance review processes, metrics, and program designs.
• Assist in organizational, managerial, and employee training, engagement surveys, and development efforts.
• Participate in 401k plan discussions, benefits open enrollment, and renewal meetings.
• Conduct and advise on compliance reviews and industry best practices.
• Update and maintain client handbook policies with client contacts.
• Assist with HRIS, timekeeping, and other systems training and development.
• Perform compensation analysis and research additional compensation tools.
• Review client workforces for FLSA and labor law compliance.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners.
• Participate in administrative staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars.
• Effectively communicate with internal departments during client onboarding processes.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/work experience.
• 3–5+ years of Human Resources experience preferred.
• Strong communication and management skills.
• Outgoing personality with a willingness to learn.
• Commitment to company shared values.
• Proficiency in technology, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CRM, and HRIS systems.
• Confidence in conducting crucial conversations with client business owners and employees.
• Creative ability, writing proficiency, and visual graphics design skills.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Public speaking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Additional benefits available.