People & Talent Manager

At Granite Edvance, we believe people are at the heart of everything we do. As a mission-driven nonprofit serving New Hampshire students, families, and borrowers, we're deeply committed to building a workplace where people feel supported, included, and empowered to do their best work.

We're looking for a People & Talent Manager who is equal parts strategic thinker, trusted advisor, and hands-on doer-someone who loves building systems and building relationships.

Who are we? An Introduction
Granite Edvance (formerly the New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation, or the NHHEAF Network) has been helping New Hampshire families plan and pay for higher education for over 60 years. We help New Hampshire students plan for their future – whether they are looking to continue their education, pursue the trades or enter the workforce – by providing guidance, scholarships, and private student loans. In 2025, we awarded $750,000 in scholarships to NH college students! We are an organization that values our employees and serves our communities. If this sounds like the kind of organization you'd like to work with, we'd love to meet you!

What will the People & Talent Manager do?
As the People & Talent Manager at Granite Edvance, you will be responsible for managing and facilitating key aspects of the full employee lifecycle while helping foster a culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and mutual respect. You'll also partner with employees across the organization, supporting talent development, organizational change, and employee-centric initiatives that advance Granite Edvance's mission and values.

This role's responsibilities may span the functional areas below, and the final mix will be determined based on the individual's experience and organizational needs. We value the experience each person brings; depending on background and expertise, this role may be shaped to include broader responsibilities and opportunities to make an impact.

Talent Acquisition, Onboarding & Offboarding

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, ensuring a thoughtful and positive candidate experience
• Partner with hiring managers on interview best practices and selection decisions
• Oversee offers, pre-hire processes, onboarding, and new hire orientation
• Maintain recruiting systems, metrics, and external talent partnerships
• Lead offboarding processes, exit interviews, and trend analysis to support retention

Talent Development & Performance Management

• Support organization-wide performance management and employee development initiatives
• Administer performance and training platforms and provide coaching to managers and staff
• Help identify training needs, develop learning programs, and support individual development plans
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements

Payroll, Benefits & HRIS Administration

• Process accurate, compliant payroll (including off-cycle payrolls)
• Administer all of Granite Edvance's health & wellness, retirement and educational benefit programs, as well as leaves of absence, and HRIS transactions
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll vendors, benefit brokers, and compliance partners

People & Talent Operations

• Identify and leverage HR analytics to inform decision-making and improve processes
• Manage P&TM platforms, vendors, and budgets
• Support audit and other compliance activities as related to People & Talent Management functions.

Are you the People & Talent Manager we're looking for?

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred (HR, Business Administration, or related field)
• 3–5 years of experience in one or more HR disciplines with a preference for expertise in any combination of the following: payroll & benefits, talent acquisition & onboarding, and employee engagement and development.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, CEBS, CCP, etc.) a plus

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional relationship management and communication skills, with ability to interact with confidence and credibility across all levels within and outside the organization.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information
• Calm, empathetic communicator skilled at navigating sensitive conversations
• Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills, with ability to manage multiple - and at times, competing priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team, with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Comfortable with HR-related technology and tools.
• Progressive thinking skills, with an aptitude for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to interpret employment laws, policies and HR best practices
• Mission-driven mindset and commitment to working in a collaborative and inclusive environment in alignment with Granite Edvance's mission and values

Ready to join our team?
So, what do you think? For those looking to make a difference and promote excellence in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you. Apply today!

OUR VALUES

In alignment with its core values, Granite Edvance is committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation, marital or family care status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Granite Edvance is committed to creating a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment, where each member of the team feels a sense of belonging and is able to bring their authentic selves to work each day. Diversity driven job seekers are welcomed and strongly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and pay practices. Actual pay rates may vary and will be based upon multiple factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, training or education, as well as upon business need.

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