Connecticut Innovations · 4 hours ago
Human Resources Operations Lead
Mystic, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expConnecticut Innovations is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, passionate about serving its portfolio of companies. The HR Operations Lead is a professional-level HR generalist responsible for delivering HR operations and serving as the front-line HR support for all employees and managers, ensuring smooth execution of core HR functions and compliance activities.
BiotechnologyEnergyInformation TechnologyMedia and Entertainment
Hiring Manager
Marina D.
Responsibilities
Administer and manage all leave of absence programs
Coordinate ADA accommodation requests and track related processes
Respond to employment verification requests
Enroll employees with benefit carriers and process life event status changes
Maintain accuracy of benefit enrollments in HRIS to ensure correct eligibility data
Partner with Finance on payroll and benefit-related matters
Administer COBRA processes
Support open enrollment coordination and communications
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees
Maintain employee data, including new hire entry and changes
Administer performance management and HR learning platforms
Ensure accurate and timely reporting (regular and ad-hoc)
Troubleshoot system and data-related issues with employees, vendors, and Finance
Manage and optimize HRIS modules
Maintain and communicate company organizational chart
Manage HR compliance postings and correspondence with regulatory bodies
Prepare and file ACA reports
Maintain and audit employee files and documentation
Track legal and regulatory updates, updating policies and handbook accordingly
Ensure completion of mandatory trainings (e.g., harassment prevention)
Coordinate immigration processes and documentation
Manage workers' compensation claims and documentation
Serve as first-line responder for employee questions, concerns, and complaints
Facilitate resolution of employee relations issues in partnership with leadership
Organize employee engagement activities (e.g., holiday party, team outings)
Maintain the HR calendar and employee recognition programs
Lead the wellness committee and oversee the wellness budget
Update and maintain informal engagement channels (e.g., birthday celebrations)
Support recruiting efforts in collaboration with hiring managers and CI partners
Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communication
Maintain recruiting templates, tools, and materials
Track and support performance review, goal-setting, and feedback cycles
Assign and monitor learning paths and training completion
Work with managers to identify and implement development opportunities
Coordinate scheduling and participation in internal and external trainings
Prepare and manage offer letters, PIIAs, and reference checks
Coordinate cross-functional onboarding (HR, IT, Facilities, Safety)
Conduct HR orientation and benefits/system introductions
Conduct exit interviews and coordinate offboarding logistics
Process terminations in HRIS and benefit systems; audit across systems for completeness
Prepare and review termination paperwork with employees
Support separation agreements where needed
Close employee files and respond to unemployment claims
Participate in cross-functional HR projects
Drive continuous improvement across all assigned responsibilities
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in an HR Specialist or HR Generalist role, with increasing responsibility
Strong knowledge of core HR functions including benefits, compliance, employee relations, and systems
Experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Paycom, ADP, BambooHR, Paylocity, or equivalent)
Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships with employees at all levels
Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Company
Connecticut Innovations
Connecticut Innovations provides strategic capital and operational insight to to companies in high-tech industries
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Matthew J. McCooe
CEO
Douglas J. Roth
Managing Director
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