Remote Human Resources Associate Jobs
Remote Human Resources Associate jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first companies and distributed teams in sectors including technology, healthcare, financial services, and professional services. Employers hiring remotely right now include CVS Health, IDEA Public Schools, and Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
This is a remote position requiring support of our California restaurant operators. While this position is remote, the individual should be well versed with CA employment law or be able to quickly learn. The HR Operations Manager is responsible for aligning business objectives with HR support and formulating partnerships with Operations, Finance, IT, and Marketing to ensure the delivery of value-added service to Hourly and Management Team Members. The Manager maintains an effective level of business literacy and will perform mid to advanced level human resources work, carrying out responsibilities in functional areas such as: employee hiring, employee relations, training, safety, staffing, compliance, payroll, diversity and inclusion, and personnel research. This position can expect to support company initiatives nationwide and actively work across organizational boundaries to drive the overall success of Curry Up Now. Success in this role will require the ability to earn “trusted advisor” status with internal managers, influence cross-functional partnerships, and execute the HR strategies that foster organizational and people effectiveness. This is a one person department at this time. Individual must speak Spanish. Individual must have the ability to travel to the Bay Area 6x a year for as much as 1-2 weeks at a time.
RESPONSIBILITES:
- Understand CurryUpNow's business strategy and business goals, identifies opportunity areas, and recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity and development of HR within the company
- Uses and interprets HR and business metrics to identify trends, problem solve, and influence change
- Serves as a trusted coach in efforts related to change management, team effectiveness, and leadership development
- Handles day-to-day human resources operations with oversight for employee relations issues, unemployment, worker’s compensation, and adherence to established policies and procedures
- Partners with restaurant management and the Executive Team on all human resources issues including company policy adherence and communications
- Responds to employee relations issues/concerns; conducts investigations, makes recommendations for corrective action, and administers proper documentation
- Advises management on coaching conversations, performance improvement plans, disciplinary action and/or termination process for both hourly and management staff
- Researches local, state, and federal laws to ensure compliance, provides recommendations for any changes to company policies or procedures
- Manages the workers compensation process by responding to inquiries, providing documentation, completing wage statements, and administering the return-to-work process
- Facilitates the interactive process with team members to ensure compliance for accommodation requests
- Recruits store level and management individuals
- Payroll with Paylocity
- Collects, analyzes, and distributes human resources data and reports including ad-hoc, turnover and vacancy, field bonus, and management reports
- Conducts and documents exit interviews for restaurant management separations, looks for trends in exit interview data
- Completes payroll and HRIS data entry duties (i.e., uploading documents, approving transfers/promotions, etc.) in a timely manner
- Conducts in person and remote training sessions on various topics such as diversity and inclusion and harassment prevention
- Additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues required
- Minimum of 2 years of strategic partnership experience required
- Minimum of 2 years of recruiting experience required
- Bachelor’s degree
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP or a Master’s degree in a related field of study required
- Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, diversity, performance management, staffing, and federal and state respective employment laws
- Proficiency with HRIS system required
- Experience supporting a multi-unit operation in a remote capacity required, multi-state preferred
- Strong knowledge and previous experience with CA employment law and employee relations required
- Must be able to work CA hours 9a-6p PT
About the job
POSITION SUMMARY:
This is a remote position requiring support of our California restaurant operators. While this position is remote, the individual should be well versed with CA employment law or be able to quickly learn. The HR Operations Manager is responsible for aligning business objectives with HR support and formulating partnerships with Operations, Finance, IT, and Marketing to ensure the delivery of value-added service to Hourly and Management Team Members. The Manager maintains an effective level of business literacy and will perform mid to advanced level human resources work, carrying out responsibilities in functional areas such as: employee hiring, employee relations, training, safety, staffing, compliance, payroll, diversity and inclusion, and personnel research. This position can expect to support company initiatives nationwide and actively work across organizational boundaries to drive the overall success of Curry Up Now. Success in this role will require the ability to earn “trusted advisor” status with internal managers, influence cross-functional partnerships, and execute the HR strategies that foster organizational and people effectiveness. This is a one person department at this time. Individual must speak Spanish. Individual must have the ability to travel to the Bay Area 6x a year for as much as 1-2 weeks at a time.
RESPONSIBILITES:
- Understand CurryUpNow's business strategy and business goals, identifies opportunity areas, and recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity and development of HR within the company
- Uses and interprets HR and business metrics to identify trends, problem solve, and influence change
- Serves as a trusted coach in efforts related to change management, team effectiveness, and leadership development
- Handles day-to-day human resources operations with oversight for employee relations issues, unemployment, worker’s compensation, and adherence to established policies and procedures
- Partners with restaurant management and the Executive Team on all human resources issues including company policy adherence and communications
- Responds to employee relations issues/concerns; conducts investigations, makes recommendations for corrective action, and administers proper documentation
- Advises management on coaching conversations, performance improvement plans, disciplinary action and/or termination process for both hourly and management staff
- Researches local, state, and federal laws to ensure compliance, provides recommendations for any changes to company policies or procedures
- Manages the workers compensation process by responding to inquiries, providing documentation, completing wage statements, and administering the return-to-work process
- Facilitates the interactive process with team members to ensure compliance for accommodation requests
- Recruits store level and management individuals
- Payroll with Paylocity
- Collects, analyzes, and distributes human resources data and reports including ad-hoc, turnover and vacancy, field bonus, and management reports
- Conducts and documents exit interviews for restaurant management separations, looks for trends in exit interview data
- Completes payroll and HRIS data entry duties (i.e., uploading documents, approving transfers/promotions, etc.) in a timely manner
- Conducts in person and remote training sessions on various topics such as diversity and inclusion and harassment prevention
- Additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues required
- Minimum of 2 years of strategic partnership experience required
- Minimum of 2 years of recruiting experience required
- Bachelor’s degree
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP or a Master’s degree in a related field of study required
- Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, diversity, performance management, staffing, and federal and state respective employment laws
- Proficiency with HRIS system required
- Experience supporting a multi-unit operation in a remote capacity required, multi-state preferred
- Strong knowledge and previous experience with CA employment law and employee relations required
- Must be able to work CA hours 9a-6p PT
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Who's Hiring
- CVS Health13
- IDEA Public Schools8
- Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer7V
- WesBanco Bank3W
- New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene3N
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Accounting & Auditing
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote human resources associate jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or BambooHR
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and compliance requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for employee-facing interactions
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred for mid-level associate roles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for reporting and data tracking
Tips for Your Remote Human Resources Associate Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote human resources associate openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by the criteria that matter to you and apply directly to the ones that fit before postings fill.
Highlight async communication skills upfront
Remote HR teams run on written communication. Lead your resume and cover letter with examples of async work: drafting policy documentation, managing digital onboarding flows, or resolving employee questions entirely through email or chat.
Show proficiency with remote HR tools
Remote employers screen for hands-on experience with HRIS platforms like Workday, BambooHR, or Rippling. Name the specific systems you've used and what you did in them, not just that you're familiar with HR software.
Prepare for competency-based remote interviews
Remote HR roles are almost always interviewed over video. Expect behavioral questions about handling sensitive employee matters without in-person cues, managing competing priorities independently, and communicating clearly across distributed teams.
Remote Human Resources Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote human resources associate job?
Target remote-first companies and distributed organizations that rely on HR associates to support employees they'll never meet in person. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, comfort with async workflows, and the ability to manage sensitive employee matters independently using digital HR systems like Workday, BambooHR, or ADP. Candidates who can show experience handling onboarding, documentation, or employee relations through digital tools stand out.
Which companies hire remote human resources associates?
Employers currently hiring remote human resources associates include CVS Health, IDEA Public Schools, and Victra-Verizon Authorized Retailer, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first technology firms, healthcare platforms, and financial services companies with distributed workforces are among the most consistent hirers of this role.
Can you get a remote human resources associate job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person guidance. Your best openings are at growing startups and mid-size remote-first companies that need generalist HR support. Show proficiency with digital HR tools, highlight any volunteer or internship work involving people operations, and demonstrate strong written communication skills.
Do you need a degree for remote human resources associate jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers value demonstrated skills and real HR experience over a specific credential. Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms, onboarding coordination, or employee documentation can carry significant weight. An HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR can substitute for or reinforce a degree when you're applying to fully remote roles at distributed teams.
Which industries hire the most remote human resources associates?
Most remote human resources associate openings sit in Technology & Software, Education, and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors hire human resources associates remotely because their distributed teams require consistent HR support across multiple time zones and locations.
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