About the Role

Robert Half is seeking a dynamic People Operations Manager to join our team in Whippany, New Jersey. This hands-on role is perfect for an operations professional who thrives on creating structure, optimizing processes, and building scalable systems that drive organizational growth. As a key partner to leadership, you'll strengthen internal operations, enhance team workflows, and ensure our firm has the robust infrastructure needed for continued success. If you excel at execution, documentation, and solving operational challenges, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing environment.

Whippany, NJ, provides an ideal location with easy access to major highways and a vibrant professional community. At Robert Half, we're committed to fostering a collaborative culture where innovation meets efficiency. This full-time position reports directly to senior leadership and plays a pivotal role in transforming how we operate daily.

Key Responsibilities

Process Improvement & Workflow Development

• Develop and refine internal procedures, guides, and documentation that streamline day-to-day operations across departments.
• Analyze existing workflows to identify inefficiencies and redesign them for greater speed, accuracy, and scalability.
• Maintain organized, user-friendly documentation that promotes alignment and reduces errors firm-wide.

Operational Execution & Accountability

• Prepare comprehensive meeting agendas, meticulously track action items, and drive follow-up to completion.
• Collaborate with leadership to keep strategic priorities on track, meet critical deadlines, and ensure clear ownership of responsibilities.
• Translate high-level goals into actionable plans with defined timelines, milestones, and measurable outcomes.

Systems, Tools & Technology Support

• Oversee and optimize core systems including HRIS, payroll tools, project management platforms, and documentation hubs.
• Leverage automation and AI technologies to minimize manual work and simplify repetitive tasks.
• Create simple no-code solutions and automations using platforms like Zapier, Lindy, and Replit to eliminate bottlenecks.
• Manage technology vendors and projects, defining clear requirements and ensuring successful, on-time delivery.

People Operations & HR Coordination

• Enhance the full employee lifecycle, from seamless onboarding and role clarity to training logistics and efficient offboarding.
• Maintain consistent HR documentation and support managers in standardizing performance conversations and feedback processes.
• Monitor compliance requirements, conduct audits, and implement policy updates to ensure full adherence.

Compliance, Vendors & Reporting

• Track insurance, audits, renewals, and regulatory obligations to mitigate risks and maintain compliance.
• Support budgeting, vendor relationships, and deliver precise operational financial reporting.
• Provide leadership with clean, actionable operational metrics, dashboards, and regular updates for informed decision-making.

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this role, candidates should bring 5+ years of experience in operations, HR operations, or people operations, with a proven ability to optimize processes in dynamic environments. Key qualifications include hands-on expertise with HRIS and payroll systems, proficiency in no-code tools like Zapier, and strong vendor management skills. Excellent organizational abilities, keen attention to detail, and the capacity to collaborate with executives are essential. A Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, or a related field is preferred, along with familiarity with compliance standards in New Jersey.

Why Join Us

Join Robert Half and become part of a leading firm renowned for talent solutions and professional services. We offer a competitive salary of $90,000 - $110,000, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional growth opportunities. Work in a supportive, innovative culture in Whippany, NJ, where your contributions directly fuel our expansion. Apply now to elevate your career in people operations!