Location
Secaucus NJ
Position Id
EB-7874686245
Job Type
Full-Time Regular

Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Manager
Location: Secaucus, NJ area
Days in Office: 5
Salary: $85K-90K plus bonus
PTO: 28 days
Benefits: Highly subsidized medical, dental and vision, 401K match


Our client, a well-stablished leader in their industry is seeking a Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Manager to take ownership of all recruiting, onboarding, payroll, and compliance functions. This is a high‑visibility position that directly supports leadership and plays a central role in shaping the employee experience from first contact through long-term retention.

We are looking for a proactive, detail‑driven professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, can juggle multiple priorities, and brings structure, clarity, and consistency to HR processes across the company.

What You’ll Do

Full-Cycle Recruiting

  • Source, screen, and evaluate candidates across multiple job families

  • Coordinate interviews and manage communication between candidates and hiring teams

  • Prepare offer letters and guide candidates through pre‑hire steps

  • Ensure new hires feel informed, supported, and ready on day one

Onboarding, Documentation & HR Coordination

  • Lead the onboarding process and maintain all required documentation

  • Organize and streamline HR files, records, and compliance materials

  • Manage employee relations documentation including EE warnings and corrective actions

  • Support administration of Collective Bargaining Agreements

HR Documentation & Compliance (OSHA & FMCSA)

  • Maintain OSHA logs, incident records, and required safety documentation

  • Support FMCSA compliance, including driver qualification files, required testing programs, and regulatory recordkeeping

  • Coordinate periodic reviews, audits, and updates to ensure ongoing regulatory readiness

  • Assist in implementing safety policies, training, and corrective action documentation

  • Ensure all compliance files remain organized, current, and audit‑ready

Payroll Administration

  • Manage all payroll inputs, updates, and employee changes

  • Review and approve time and attendance records, including PTO

  • Handle deductions, adjustments, garnishments, and wage verifications

  • Serve as the primary contact for employee payroll inquiries

General HR Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers

  • Support ongoing HR initiatives and process improvements

  • Collaborate cross‑functionally to maintain a positive and compliant workplace

What You Bring

  • Undergraduate degree (BA/BS) in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field

  • 5+ years of HR experience, including full‑cycle recruiting and payroll

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment

  • Bilingual in Spanish is a strong plus

  • FMCSA compliance knowledge is required


At WatsonBarron, we share a philosophy when it comes to recruiting - focus on people. Great companies, no matter the product or service, are run by people. We have made a commitment to the careers and businesses of those who lead. We seek out the best and the brightest in the accounting & finance industries and introduce them to clients with the highest expectations. We do this with a tireless commitment to detail. This commitment has made WatsonBarron the selected recruiter for many of the region's top professionals and ground-breaking companies. These range from incubator companies focused on technology and cutting-edge diagnostics, to Fortune 500 entertainment, pharmaceutical, consumer products, publishing, consulting, manufacturing, and financial services firms.