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HR Manager

Maxwood Furniture, Charleston, SC, United States


Overview
Maxwood Furniture is a rapidly growing furniture company with an expanding portfolio of brands such as Max & Lily, Plank + Beam, and Maxtrix. Since launching over two decades ago, we have established multiple sales channels including our DTC websites and third-party marketplaces. We’re passionate about creating an inspiring and engaging shopping experience for our customers, bringing their home decor dreams to life with stunning, on-trend pieces.

We are seeking a new member to add to our HR Team. Are you ready to be a part of something amazing?

Responsibilities
HR Operations & Payroll

Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with company policies and state-specific requirements

Manage employee setup, changes, and terminations across multiple states, ensuring proper documentation and compliance

Maintain HRIS data integrity and employee records within Paylocity

Support benefits administration and employee changes

Employee Relations & Support

Serve as the first point of contact for HR-related questions and day-to-day support

Handle employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion, escalating when appropriate

Partner with managers to support a consistent and positive employee experience

Compliance & Administration

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple states

Manage processes related to workers’ compensation and unemployment insurance claims

Maintain accurate documentation for audits, reporting, and internal tracking

Support policy adherence and implementation

Onboarding & Employee Experience

Coordinate onboarding logistics in partnership with Recruiting to ensure a smooth new hire experience

Support employee engagement initiatives and internal events as needed

Requirements

5+ years of progressive HR experience with strong exposure to HR operations and payroll

Experience processing payroll and managing HR processes across multiple states

Working knowledge of employment laws, payroll practices, workers’ compensation, and unemployment processes

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel)

Experience with HRIS systems; Paylocity experience preferred

Self-starter with a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach

Preferred Qualifications

HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar)

Experience supporting a corporate or HQ employee population

Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Employee discounts across our family of brands

Opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Work Location

Based at our Daniel Island, SC headquarters

On-site role supporting the HQ employee population

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