HR Generalist

Workhuman • Framingham, MA

22d • $79,000 - $87,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Opportunity As an HR Generalist at our cutting-edge HR technology company, you'll work with the latest HR tools and systems, gaining hands-on experience with industry-leading software. Collaborate with a diverse team of HR professionals, broadening your understanding and application of HR practices. Our commitment to continuous learning provides access to ongoing training, keeping you updated with the latest trends and best practices. You'll play a key role in shaping innovative HR strategies, with opportunities for significant career advancement within the company. Additionally, our collaborative culture allows you to expand your professional network, working alongside HR experts and industry leaders. Join us to develop your HR skills, contribute to transformative projects, and impact the future of HR technology. This is a hybrid role requiring at least three days a week onsite in our Framingham, MA HQ office Applicants must have valid permanent work authorization in the U.S. (e.g., U.S. citizen, permanent resident). We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. What we can offer you An opportunity to engage in diverse and challenging responsibilities spanning various HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance. Work alongside experienced HR professionals and gain valuable insights into best practices and industry standards. Contribute to the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding, and play a pivotal role in shaping our company culture and employee experience. Continue to grow your expertise by deepening existing skills, developing new ones, and playing an active role in impactful initiatives across the team. Utilize state-of-the-art HRIS systems, particularly Workday, to streamline processes and ensure compliance with regulations, enabling you to focus on high-impact initiatives. Career Advancement: Take advantage of career advancement opportunities within our growing organization, with the potential for progression into leadership roles based on performance and merit. Be part of a mission-driven company committed to making a positive impact, both internally with our employees and externally within our community and industry. The Skills you will bring Experience with verbal and written communication abilities to clearly conveying HR policies, provide guidance, mediate conflicts, and ensure smooth interactions with employees and management. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, such as recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance, ensuring all HR processes are efficient and deadlines are met. The ability to quickly and effectively resolve issues is crucial. This includes addressing employee grievances, navigating complex HR regulations, and finding innovative solutions to improve HR processes and enhance employee satisfaction. Proficiency in HR management systems, like Workday, or other relevant software is important in order to maintain accurate employee records, ensuring compliance, and streamlining HR operations. Strong interpersonal skills in order to build and maintain positive relationships with employees, managers, and external partners. This includes empathy, active listening, and the ability to work collaboratively. A solid understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations is essential to ensure compliance and effectively advising on HR policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Experience with verbal and written communication abilities to clearly conveying HR policies, provide guidance, mediate conflicts, and ensure smooth interactions with employees and management.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, such as recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance, ensuring all HR processes are efficient and deadlines are met.
• The ability to quickly and effectively resolve issues is crucial. This includes addressing employee grievances, navigating complex HR regulations, and finding innovative solutions to improve HR processes and enhance employee satisfaction.
• Proficiency in HR management systems, like Workday, or other relevant software is important in order to maintain accurate employee records, ensuring compliance, and streamlining HR operations.
• Strong interpersonal skills in order to build and maintain positive relationships with employees, managers, and external partners. This includes empathy, active listening, and the ability to work collaboratively.
• A solid understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations is essential to ensure compliance and effectively advising on HR policies and procedures.
• Applicants must have valid permanent work authorization in the U.S. (e.g., U.S. citizen, permanent resident). We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Responsibilities

• Worked closely with a diverse team of HR professionals, contributing to the development and application of innovative HR practices.
• Leveraged Workday to maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and country-specific regulations, contributing to a seamless and compliant HR operation.
• Supported the recruitment and hiring process by conducting interviews, issuing employment contracts and offer letters, and updating records for new hires.
• Successfully managed the onboarding process, collecting new hire feedback and overseeing the probation process to ensure a smooth transition for new employees.
• Managed employee separations and conducted comprehensive exit interviews, collecting valuable data to inform future HR strategies and improve retention rates.
• Acted as a key liaison between HR and other departments such as payroll and benefits, ensuring seamless communication and efficient handling of HR-related matters across the organization.

Benefits

• This role is also eligible for bonus or other variable compensation based on job performance and our standard benefits package, which supports employee well-being and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees