Human Resources Operations Analyst

Company Overview:

Hillwood, a Perot Company, is a premier real estate investment and development company founded on a culture of integrity, respect, excellence and teamwork. The company is a full-service real estate developer, investor and advisor focused on developing opportunities for investors, partners and communities around the world. See additional details at www.hillwood.com.

Position Summary:

Hillwood is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Human Resources Operations Analyst (Analyst) to join our centralized shared service HR team in Dallas, TX. Reporting to the Human Resources Operations Manager this role will carry out international payroll processing, serve as the compensation analyst, and assist in managing HRIS data and reporting.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting payroll administration, compensation benchmarking, and HR data and systems, with a strong commitment to delivering accurate, compliant, and actionable HR support.

Responsibilities:

International Payroll Support:

• Prepare and process monthly payroll for associates in four international countries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain and audit accurate associate payroll records, including deductions, bonuses, and adjustments.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by working with internal associates and external payroll vendors.
• Build relationships with internal and external partners to ensure strong communication and reliable resources related to international payroll components.
• Monitor labor laws and new regulations in each country to ensure compliance and adoption.
• Assist with managing leave and time off records for international employees, ensuring alignment with local labor laws and company policies.

Compensation Analysis:

• Conduct market pricing for domestic and international roles across the business.
• Regularly audit roles and requirements to ensure accurate job matching for benchmarking and market pricing.
• Participate in compensation surveys and perform internal and external benchmarking to support equitable pay practices.
• Prepare compensation reports and summaries for the HR team and leadership.
• Assist in job analysis to ensure FLSA classification and other pay compliance.

Human Resources Information Systems Analysis (HRIS):

• Update and maintain HRIS records related to payroll, compensation, and associate data.
• Generate and review HR reporting and metrics to support HR and the business, ensuring data integrity and delivering actionable insights. 
• Participate in processes to audit and maintain external data feeds, ensuring seamless data integration and accuracy.
• Assist in conducting system audits and troubleshooting HRIS issues to maintain system functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with the broader HR team to identify opportunities for developing new reporting and metrics.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities.
• Demonstrated client service orientation with the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships across teams and levels.
• A team player with a proactive mindset and willingness to learn, support others, and take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and present insights in a clear and compelling way.
• Results-oriented with the aptitude to navigate and resolve complex payroll and compensation challenges.
• Strategic thinker with sound judgment, high integrity, and the ability to influence stakeholders and drive effective execution.
• Proven ability to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills for data analysis and formatting.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a Human Resources required.
• Payroll experience required.
• Working knowledge of compensation and compensation surveys.
• Knowledge of HR Best practices and regulations.
• Experience with HRIS systems (UKG, Oracle, WorkDay, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in French or German a plus.

EEO Statement:

Hillwood is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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