HR Generalist Job at Your Company Name in New York

Position Overview: We are seeking a talented and experienced HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team. The HR Generalist will play a key role in providing comprehensive HR support to employees and management, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and HR administration. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, HR expertise, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment and Onboarding: Coordinate the full recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and offer management. Conduct new employee orientations and ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires.
2. Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and management on HR-related matters, including performance issues, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions. Conduct investigations and recommend appropriate courses of action.
3. Performance Management: Assist in the implementation and administration of performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development planning. Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on performance-related issues.
4. HR Policies and Compliance: Interpret and enforce HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations. Stay abreast of changes in employment legislation and recommend updates to HR policies as necessary.
5. Benefits Administration: Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee benefits. Serve as the primary point of contact for employees' benefits-related inquiries.
6. HR Administration: Manage HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and personnel records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Process employee changes, such as promotions, transfers, and terminations, and maintain accurate HR data.
7. Training and Development: Coordinate employee training and development programs, including identifying training needs, scheduling training sessions, and tracking attendance and effectiveness.
8. Employee Engagement: Support employee engagement initiatives, including employee surveys, recognition programs, and events. Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that promotes employee satisfaction and retention.
9. HR Reporting: Prepare and analyze HR metrics and reports, providing insights and recommendations to management on key HR trends and issues.
10. HR Projects: Assist in the planning and implementation of HR projects and initiatives, such as HR process improvements, diversity and inclusion programs, and employee engagement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred.
• years of experience in HR generalist roles, with a solid understanding of HR principles and practices.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations, with the ability to apply them in practical situations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish effective working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills, able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity for career growth and development in HR
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Exposure to diverse HR challenges and opportunities