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Description
Our client is seeking an experienced HR Operations Lead to join their growing organization north of Nashville, TN. This highly visible role will serve as a strategic partner to HR leadership while owning the systems, processes, and infrastructure that support the employee experience. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in HR Operations, HRIS administration, payroll oversight, systems implementation, process improvement, and organizational change management. This is an excellent opportunity for a builder who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and enjoys creating scalable solutions that support long-term growth.
Duties:
Requirements:
Title: HR Operations Lead
Location: Greater Nashville area ( north side of the city / Hybrid - 4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote)
Length of Position: Direct Hire
Compensation: $110,000-$120,000 Base Salary
Travel: Up to 10% as needed
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Standard Business Hours
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
Duties:
- Own HR operations, including HRIS administration, data integrity, reporting, compliance, payroll oversight, benefits administration, and employee lifecycle processes.
- Lead HR technology initiatives including HRIS evaluations, implementations, system enhancements, integrations, workflow automation, and vendor management.
- Oversee payroll operations across multiple entities and states, including future payroll system selection, transition planning, process design, and change management efforts.
- Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, SOPs, and documentation that support scalable and compliant operations.
- Manage employee experience initiatives including onboarding, offboarding, employee changes, internal communications, and HR self-service resources.
- Partner with leadership on organizational growth initiatives, integrations, acquisitions, and people-related operational projects.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with employment laws, leave programs, workers' compensation, workplace safety, and benefits-related requirements.
- Lead cross-functional projects from concept through implementation, providing structure, project plans, communication strategies, and measurable outcomes.
- Identify opportunities for automation, AI-enabled solutions, and process improvements that increase efficiency and enhance employee experience.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and development for direct reports while helping build a high-performing HR Operations function.
Requirements:
- 8+ years of progressive experience in HR Operations, HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, people operations, or related functions.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; HR certifications are a plus.
- Demonstrated experience owning HRIS platforms, including administration, reporting, data integrity, system enhancements, implementations, conversions, or vendor evaluations.
- Experience supporting payroll operations in a multi-state and/or multi-entity environment, including vendor partnership and process improvement initiatives.
- Strong project management experience leading complex operational initiatives, system implementations, and organizational change efforts.
- Experience navigating growth, integration, acquisition, or transformation environments preferred.
- Experience with HR technologies, reporting tools, integrations, automation, and payroll systems strongly preferred.
Title: HR Operations Lead
Location: Greater Nashville area ( north side of the city / Hybrid - 4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote)
Length of Position: Direct Hire
Compensation: $110,000-$120,000 Base Salary
Travel: Up to 10% as needed
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Standard Business Hours
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
HR@vaco.com
.Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
Representation Notice
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly).
Privacy Notice
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
- California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
- Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
- Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
- Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
- Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring’s use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client’s use of AI products in hiring.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Hendersonville, TN |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $110,000–$120,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | http://www.vaco.com/ |
About Company
Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic staffing for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 offices across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions.