Human Resources Manager - Remote

Overview

Our client, Black Girl Ventures (BGV), is seeking a strategic, people-centered, and mission-driven Human Resources Manager to lead their HR function. This role is primarily remote (U.S.-based only), supporting a nationally distributed team.

In Short

• Serve as a department of one, reporting to the CEO and partnering closely with leadership
• Own the entire employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, offboarding
• Administer semi-monthly payroll (via Gusto), benefits, and leave— including deductions, contributions, and compliance
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple states (including CA, PA, NC, TX, and more)
• Review and update company policies and SOPs regularly
• Build and manage employee engagement, morale, and sentiment programs
• Be the trusted go-to for employees who need a sounding board, a resource, or someone to help them feel heard
• Serve as a strategic voice on the leadership team, helping shape the culture and supporting our long-term expansion plans

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3+ years of human resources management experience
• Hands-on experience with payroll, benefits administration, and compliance
• Strong knowledge of employment-related laws and multi-state regulations
• Demonstrated leadership in employee engagement and culture-building initiatives
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills, with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization
• Comfort working independently and making decisions with integrity and professionalism—balancing employee advocacy with alignment to organizational goals
• Confident engaging with the C-suite, including offering feedback and making proactive, data-informed recommendations to improve team experience and operations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn tools like Gusto (or similar HRIS platforms)

Benefits

• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)
• Experience designing and leading sentiment surveys, DEIB-centered culture activities, or morale-boosting programs
• Experience evaluating or implementing HR systems to support growth and automation
• Experience scaling people operations in lean, mission-driven environments