Associate Director, HR Operations at Jobgether Remote

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Associate Director, HR Operations based in the United States. The Associate Director, HR Operations will play a pivotal role in strengthening the people, financial, and internal communication systems that support a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing research into rare kidney diseases. This fully remote leadership opportunity combines human resources management, financial coordination, and operational planning to ensure the organization runs efficiently and effectively. Working closely with the Head of Operations, you will oversee employee lifecycle processes, HR systems, benefits, payroll, budgeting, and internal communications. You will serve as a trusted partner to employees and leadership, providing clear guidance, maintaining accurate records, and supporting informed decision-making. The role requires strong organizational skills, financial acumen, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment. This is an opportunity to drive meaningful operational improvements while contributing to a purpose-led mission that aims to improve the lives of patients and families affected by rare kidney diseases. Accountabilities: - Human Resources Operations: Oversee employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, employee records, HR information systems (HRIS), benefits administration, payroll coordination, leave management, and employee support. Ensure HR processes remain accurate, consistent, and aligned with organizational policies. - Employee and Leadership Support: Advise employees and managers on HR policies, performance review cycles, job descriptions, and people-related initiatives. Help resolve employee questions, provide practical guidance, and escalate sensitive HR or legal matters when appropriate. - Financial and Budget Management: Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, financial reporting, and budget documentation. Collaborate with accounting and finance partners to maintain accurate financial records and support effective resource allocation. - Internal Communications: Develop and coordinate employee communications, organizational updates, meeting materials, reminders, and leadership communications. Ensure information is clear, timely, and consistent across the organization. - Systems, Records, and Process Improvement: Maintain reliable records, operational trackers, procedures, and administrative systems. Identify opportunities to improve workflows, strengthen documentation, and increase operational efficiency while safeguarding confidential information. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, payroll, legal, accounting, Operations, and Communications teams to resolve issues, coordinate priorities, and ensure smooth execution of organizational initiatives. - Operational Planning and Execution: Partner with the Head of Operations to translate organizational goals into effective processes, support strategic priorities, and provide the information and coordination needed for sound decision-making. - Confidentiality and Compliance: Handle sensitive employee, financial, and organizational information with discretion. Apply policies consistently, maintain appropriate documentation, and identify and escalate compliance or operational risks. - Additional Responsibilities: Participate in meetings, travel, and occasional evening or weekend activities as needed to support organizational operations and patient-focused initiatives. Requirements: - Professional Experience: At least five years of experience in People Operations, Human Resources, business operations, finance operations, communications, or a related field.