HR & Admin Manager

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days remote)

Compensation: $70,000–$80,000+ (flexible based on experience) + bonus eligibility

Employment Type: Full‑time

Client: Aston Carter Partner Company

Overview

Aston Carter is supporting a fun, growing organization with a collaborative, people‑first culture in hiring their first HR & Admin Manager. This is a newly created role and a rare opportunity to join a company early in its growth and build HR processes from the ground up. You will serve as the primary HR resource for employees, partner directly with C-level leadership, and help shape the company’s people strategy, policies, and culture.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is excited to create structure where it doesn’t yet exist. You’ll support HR operations, benefits administration, employee relations, and general administrative functions while helping establish scalable, compliant, and employee‑focused processes.

Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, orientation, performance processes, compensation support, promotions, and offboardingMaintain accurate and compliant employee records, documentation, and required HR reportingAdminister employee benefits programs (health insurance, retirement plans, leave administration) and serve as the primary point of contact for employee questionsSupport recruiting efforts: draft job descriptions, coordinate interviews, communicate with candidates, and partner with hiring leadersAct as a trusted, neutral resource for employees across both in‑office and remote teamsAddress employee relations matters with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgmentAdvise leadership on HR best practices, people processes, compensation considerations, and organizational structureMaintain and update company policies and the employee handbook; ensure compliance with employment lawsEnsure consistent application of policies while reinforcing company valuesSupport general administrative and office operations, including vendor coordination, document management, and operational supportServe as the first point of contact for HR and administrative questions, providing timely and professional guidanceRequired Skills & Experience5+ years of experience in human resources, people operations, or a related fieldBachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related disciplineStrong knowledge of core HR functions: benefits administration, onboarding, performance management, compliance, and payroll coordinationHands‑on experience with HR, payroll, or benefits administration systems (Paylocity experience preferred)Proven experience managing the full employee lifecycleStrong employee relations with the ability to handle sensitive matters discreetlyAbility to work independently and create structure in a growing organizationHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and discretionExcellent communication skills and ability to support a distributed workforcePreferred QualificationsExperience working in a small or rapidly growing organizationComfort wearing multiple hats across HR and administrative functionsExperience supporting leaders on performance, compensation, and organizational topicsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to contribute positively to a collaborative, engaging cultureWork EnvironmentThis role follows a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote) and emphasizes flexibility, trust, and teamwork. You will work closely with senior leadership and external vendors while supporting both in‑office and remote employees. The company values open communication, collaboration, and a supportive work environment.Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Paola, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

15 days PTO\nHealth, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance\n10 paid holidays

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Paola,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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