Human Resources Consultant | Employee Benefits (Hybrid)

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle-market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 21 major markets coast to coast.

CBIZ strives to be our team members' employer of choice by creating an environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally, throughout their careers.

We are seeking a results-oriented individual to work as an HR Consultant in a fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. One position is available at this time in the St. Louis, MO office.

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Provide guidance and expertise to a client base in HR-related areas such as employment law compliance, employee relations, leaves of absence/ADA, performance management, etc.
• Advise on and resolve a full range of internal and external customer requests and projects related to multiple areas within HR
• Develop, revise, and implement HR policies and procedures for a range of clients depending on their scope of needs
• Assist with developing, coordinating, and recommending changes for the improvement of workflow with processes related to HR for each assigned client
• Partner with clients to manage HRIS implementations while also maintaining HR systems and compliant employee personnel files
• Deliver practical solutions to clients including employee relations and performance management, payroll processing, benefit administration including COBRA and billing reconciliation, etc.
• Conduct audits of human resource activities to ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field
• Three years of professional-level experience in human resources
• Experience managing HR functions across multiple states
• Proven experience working with external clients in an HR consulting or outsourcing capacity.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HR software and payroll systems.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of demonstrated HR experience
• Demonstrated project management experience will distinguish more sought-after candidates
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Effective presentation skills
• Ability to analyze and prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite software tools (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

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