Human Resources Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Assist with initiatives related to career development, performance management, bonus analysis, compensation analysis, and education and administration of the ESOP.

• Manage and provide education to employees regarding the Employee Stock Ownership Plan in partnership with the HR team, communications, finance/payroll, and plan participants.

• Collaborate with the HR Director to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

• Oversee the internal administration of the company's ESOP.

• Deliver educational sessions for ESOP participants.

• Gather participant data effectively.

• Support with distributions.

• Promote an ownership culture through educational initiatives, communication, and engagement activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, Finance, or a related field is preferred; equivalent practical experience will also be taken into account.

• Proven experience in supporting HR functions including employee engagement, career development, talent management, compensation analysis, or retirement plan administration within a professional setting.

• Strong analytical and organizational capabilities with a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to handle confidential employee and participant information with discretion, accuracy, and sound judgment.

• Capacity to manage recurring deadlines, track detailed information, and independently follow through on multiple projects.

• Comfort with data, reports, spreadsheets, and employee records.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey ESOP, benefits, compensation, and HR topics in an employee-friendly manner.

• Ability to collaborate effectively across HR, finance/payroll, communications, third-party administrators, advisors, and employees at all levels.

• Interest in employee ownership and a commitment to fostering an ownership culture.

• Knowledge of ERISA regulations and/or qualified retirement plans is a plus.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and MATLAB.

• Prior experience in an ESOP-owned company or third-party retirement plan administration is preferred.

• Familiarity with software systems, payroll systems, or HRIS platforms such as Rippling is desired.

• Experience with 401(k) plans, qualified retirement plans, or coordination with third-party vendors is advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work-life balance.

• Opportunities for personal development.

• Mentorship programs.

• Career advancement prospects.

• A culture of continuous learning.

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, and vision).

• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• Retirement plans.

• Generous paid time off.