AMX Companies is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR Director to lead general HR administration for the organization while managing key benefits, compliance, and systems functions. Based in our Atlanta office, this role serves as a central point of contact for HR operations across all business locations and partners closely with the Head of People to ensure consistent, compliant, and effective people practices company-wide.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who is equally comfortable handling day-to-day administrative HR work and managing more technical responsibilities such as retirement plan audits, benefits renewals, and HRIS administration.
Key Responsibilities:
General HR Administration
- Serve as a primary HR point of contact for employees and managers across all business locations
- Manage day-to-day HR administrative functions, including employee records, documentation, and correspondence
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, Georgia state, and local employment regulations
- Draft and maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation
Retirement & Benefits Management
- Oversee the annual 401(k) audit process, serving as the primary internal liaison with auditors and third-party administrators
- Provide ongoing plan support, including compliance monitoring, testing coordination, and issue resolution
- Manage annual benefits renewals, including coordinating with brokers/carriers, evaluating plan options, and communicating changes to employees
- Ensure benefits programs remain compliant with ERISA, ACA, and other applicable regulations
HRIS & Systems Management
- Own and manage the HRIS platform, including data integrity, system configuration, and user access
- Generate reports and analytics from the HRIS to support business and compliance needs
- Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with vendors/IT as needed
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes through system optimization
Data & Compliance
- Oversee collection, organization, and reporting of HR data across all locations
- Manage unemployment claims processes, including documentation, hearings support, and employer responses
- Maintain accurate records to support audits, compliance reviews, and reporting requirements (e.g., EEO-1, ACA reporting)
- Ensure consistent HR practices and data accuracy across multiple business locations
Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
- Serve as a trusted, neutral resource for employees and managers navigating workplace conflicts or concerns
- Investigate employee relations issues (e.g., complaints, disputes, policy violations) in a fair, timely, and confidential manner
- Guide managers on appropriate conflict resolution and progressive discipline approaches
- Thoroughly document all employee relations matters, investigations, and outcomes to ensure a clear, defensible record
- Escalate complex or high-risk issues to the Head of People and/or legal counsel as needed
Cross-Location Communication & Leadership Support
- Serve as a liaison between the corporate HR function and managers/employees at all business locations
- Communicate policy updates, benefits changes, and HR initiatives clearly and consistently company-wide
- Partner with the Head of People on strategic HR initiatives and reporting
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Qualifications
• *Required:**
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including benefits administration and HRIS management
- Experience supporting or managing a 401(k) audit and retirement plan compliance
- Strong knowledge of employment law, benefits regulations (ERISA, ACA), and unemployment claims processes
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, UKG, or similar)
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across multiple locations and business units
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• *Preferred:**
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification
- Experience in a multi-location or multi-site organization
- Advanced Excel/data reporting skills
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Core Competencies
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Compliance and process orientation
- Cross-functional communication
- Problem-solving and vendor management
- Conflict resolution and sound judgment under pressure
- Clear, thorough documentation practices
- Ability to balance administrative detail with strategic HR partnership
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• This job description is intended to convey essential job functions and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.*
Full posting: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/human-resources-director-at-amx-4464617144