Senior Human Resources Manager

Job Title: Senior HR Manager, US Operations Location: East Windsor, New Jersey (Onsite) Experience: 8–12 Years Reporting To: CEO - Advagen Pharma Limited and CHRO – Rubicon Research Limited About the Role AdvaGen is a fast-paced, performance-driven organization where speed, ownership, and results matter. We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior HR Manager to lead Talent Strategy/Acquisition and HR Operations who serves as a key partner to leaders across SG&A functions and distribution, manufacturing operations, driving people strategies that support growth and operational excellence. This position combines leadership in full-cycle talent acquisition with ownership of HR operations, compliance, employee experience, and workforce planning. Key Responsibilities Own full-cycle recruiting for assigned roles — sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and closing Build and manage a proactive sourcing pipeline (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, outbound outreach) — not just reactive applicant screening Drive a fast, structured interview process; reduce time-to-fill without compromising candidate quality Track and report on key TA metrics: time-to-fill, offer-acceptance rate, source-of-hire, pipeline conversion Deliver a strong candidate experience at every touchpoint Support pre-employment processes including background checks and reference checks Manage external recruiting agencies and sourcing partnerships as needed Champion employer branding initiatives to enhance talent attraction HR Operations & Compliance Own the employee lifecycle end-to-end: onboarding, data management, status changes, offboarding and offboarding processes Maintain HRIS data integrity and reporting accuracy Support audits, documentation standards, and regulatory readiness Partner with leadership on development, implementation of HR policies and HR communications Administer benefits enrollment, leave management, and respond to day-to-day employee queries with speed and accuracy Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, I-9, state-specific leave laws) Documentation: offer letters, employment verification, policy acknowledgments, personnel files Identify and fix process inefficiencies; build/automate workflows rather than relying on manual tracking Drive end-to-end payroll processing — inputs, validation, and resolving discrepancies in coordination with Finance Liaise with outside employment counsel on complex or high-risk employee relations cases, ensuring proper documentation and risk mitigation Business Partnership & Employee Experience Serve as a trusted HR advisor to functional leaders across operations and business units Lead employee engagement initiatives (pulse surveys, recognition programs, culture events) Support organizational design, role clarity, and workforce optimization Manage employee relations matters with sound judgment and discretion Provide coaching to managers on people-related matters, performance, and team dynamics Mentor and provide day-to-day guidance to team members/coordinators Coordinate employee training and development activities, including onboarding curricula and skill-building sessions Process Improvement & Analytics Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and drive operational efficiency Develop and monitor HR KPIs, delivering actionable insights to leadership Leverage data to support decision-making and workforce planning Qualifications Masters’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience in U.S., including both talent acquisition and HR operations Demonstrated ability to partner with business leaders and influence decision-making Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws and multi-state compliance requirements Experience managing HR processes in a growing or dynamic organization Proven ability to work both strategically and hands-on Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems Prior experience in pharmaceutical, life sciences, manufacturing, or regulated environments preferred Preferred Skills Experience supporting multi-state U.S. employees Ability to operate independently while driving accountability across the organization Balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution Strong business acumen and comfort working with financial and workforce data High level of discretion and professionalism #J-18808-Ljbffr AdvaGen Pharma