PEPL is seeking an experienced HR Consultant with deep expertise in Paylocity and HR department oversight to support a managed services client engagement. This is a remote position with occasional travel to the DC area. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, offering strategic insight and hands-on support in evaluating and optimizing HR operations, systems, policies, and compliance practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive HR department functional assessments, including evaluations of policies, procedures, systems, workflows, and compliance.
Serve as a subject matter expert in Paylocity, including system configuration, troubleshooting, reporting, and training.
Partner with leadership to develop and implement process improvements across all functional areas of HR.
Review, update, and create HR policies and employee handbooks in line with federal, state, and local regulations.
Provide guidance on organizational structure, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations best practices.
Ensure HR operations align with the company’s strategic objectives and compliance requirements.
Travel to client site as needed.

Requirements:

5+ years of progressive HR management experience, including consulting or advisory roles.
Proven experience with Paylocity, including system optimization and user support.
Strong background in conducting HR operational audits or functional assessments.
In-depth knowledge of HR policies, compliance, and best practices across multiple HR functions.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Ability to travel domestically as required by client engagements (estimated 10%).
Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
Experience working with multiple clients or within complex organizational environments is a plus.