Human Resources Generalist
Our client, a mid-sized financial services consulting and investment advisory firm based in Midtown Manhattan, seeks an experienced and proactive HR Generalist. This hybrid role is designed to support the Head of Human Resources and HR Business Partners in delivering key HR services and fostering organizational development. This role requires a hands-on approach to problem-solving and a commitment to supporting both the HR team and the firm's employees. The HR Generalist will contribute across talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, compensation, and more, acting as a key partner in various HR initiatives.
This role is based in Midtown Manhattan, NYC, with a hybrid schedule of three days per week in the office and two days remote / “work from home”.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Head of HR and HR Business Partners to address employee relations matters, including performance issues, behavioral concerns, development planning, position restructuring, and terminations.
- Create, update, and manage job descriptions, and maintain recruitment documentation and candidate files.
- Support sourcing, talent pipelines, and candidate engagement, handling related tasks in Workday.
- Manage onboarding schedules for new employees, conduct check-in meetings, and facilitate orientation sessions.
- Assist in implementing and administering HR policies, collaborating on initiatives to boost employee engagement and development.
- Contribute to HR projects focused on retention, recognition, and employee satisfaction.
- Provide guidance and support for the performance management process and year-end compensation reviews.
- Oversee all aspects of the employee offboarding process, including exit interviews and collection of company property.
- Maintain secure and confidential personnel files and manage document retention processes.
- Serve as a point of contact for benefits and payroll inquiries, resolving administrative matters efficiently.
- Draft and distribute HR communications, keeping employees informed on key policies, programs, and deadlines.
- Manage and lead administrative tasks within various systems while participating in ongoing HR team projects - providing support as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 3-5+ years of experience in HR, ideally within financial or professional services (consulting firms, legal etc.).
- Proficiency in Workday and LinkedIn, with the ability to manage HR tasks and documentation effectively.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
- Exceptional communication and customer service abilities.
- Solid experience in project management and handling confidential matters with discretion.
- Self-motivated, team-oriented, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.