Remote People Operations Associate

Summary

Join our dynamic People team as we focus on building an exceptional employee experience in a fast-paced, scaling environment. As a key player on our small but growing People team, you’ll help shape the future of SmartAsset by supporting HR processes, delivering on employee initiatives, and driving the operational excellence of our team.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in People Operations or HR
• Highly Organized: Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks autonomously while maintaining a high attention to detail
• Comfortable Working with Quantitative Data: Experience in creating reports and turning data into actionable insights to support decisions on employee engagement, turnover, and satisfaction
• Systems Thinking: Ability to think holistically about HR processes, identifying opportunities for improvement and efficiency across the employee lifecycle using HR systems and workflow optimizations
• Mindset: Self-motivated, independent worker, eager to take on new challenges and grow within the role
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels and provide exceptional HR support
• Adaptability: Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the flexibility to switch between tasks seamlessly as priorities change

Responsibilities

• Manage the employee lifecycle, from clearing background checks and onboarding new hires to ensuring smooth offboarding for departing employees
• Collect and analyze people-related data, providing actionable insights to inform decisions around employee engagement, turnover, and satisfaction
• Serve as the point person for HR systems, ensuring data integrity and supporting process improvements
• Collaborate with our Finance team and payroll provider to manage payroll and benefits processes. Provide timely support for employee inquiries
• Assist with compliance efforts, ensuring HR processes adhere to federal and state regulations. Support policy implementation and communication across the organization
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including People Business Partners, Recruiting, and IT, to ensure seamless execution of employee-related tasks
• Take ownership of initiatives like improving onboarding processes, assisting with a PEO roll-off or HRIS transition, and participating in cultural and DEI initiatives

Benefits

• All roles at SmartAsset are currently and will remain remote - flexibility to work from anywhere in the Contiguous US
• Medical, Dental, Vision - multiple packages available based on your individualized needs
• Life/AD&D Insurance - basic coverage at 100% company paid, additional supplemental available
• Supplemental Short-term and Long-term Disability
• FSA: Medical and Dependant Care
• 401K
• Equity packages for each role
• Time Off: Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Financial Literacy Mentoring Program
• Pet Insurance
• Home Office Stipend