Human Resources Generalist - Garden City

Friedman Vartolo LLP • Village of Garden City, NY

21d • Hybrid

About The Position

Friedman Vartolo LLP is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support its HR team across HR operations, employee development, and performance management. The role is suited to a detail-oriented, service-focused professional who values a positive and inclusive workplace, contributes effectively in a team environment, and is eager to support a fast-growing law firm.

The Generalist will work with the HR team on departmental improvement projects, quarterly goals, and people-focused initiatives. They will advise employees and managers on firm procedures and policies; handle inquiries about HR processes; maintain performance review workflows and HRIS records; and coach managers and employees on performance management and employee development. The position also provides administrative, reporting, and audit support; helps maintain accurate confidential employee records; and supports compliance with employment laws across multiple states. The role is based in Garden City, with hybrid work flexibility available after 90 days, subject to position requirements and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of HR experience.
• Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and a flexible approach to collaborating with staff and leadership.
• Knowledge of multi-state employment regulations and requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment consistently and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to handle employee relations discussions with discretion and nuance.
• Organized, accurate, and thorough, with strong problem-solving aptitude.
• Ability to learn and take initiative to complete projects with pride and precision.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, and Constant Contact.
• Experience with an HRIS, such as Paycom.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the HR team on departmental improvement projects, quarterly goals, and people-focused initiatives.
• Interpret, assist with, and advise employees and managers on firm procedures and policies.
• Respond promptly and professionally to employee and manager inquiries about HR processes, procedures, and policy interpretations.
• Maintain firmwide performance review processes, including HRIS management, manager guidance and communications, accuracy and timeliness, status updates, and reporting.
• Guide managers and employees through performance reviews and corrective action plans for continued development.
• Educate, coach, and partner with managers on performance management and employee development goals.
• Provide administrative support to the HR Department, including filing documents, updating employee records, preparing correspondence, forms, and reports, and coordinating meetings.
• Manage internal reporting requests by collecting, filtering, and delivering accurate and timely data.
• Support internal and external HR audits by preparing relevant documentation and reports.
• Provide information or education to all levels of the company on HR processes, procedures, and concerns.
• Learn and use firm and HR technologies, including the Paycom HRIS, to support department operations and reporting.
• Maintain and update confidential employee records in the HRIS and ensure employee data and documentation are accurate.
• Maintain compliance with multi-state employment laws and HR best practices.
• Perform other administrative tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave options.
• Short- and long-term disability leave options.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care plans.
• Commuter benefits, including transit and parking options.
• Pet insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plans with employer contributions.
• Gym and fitness reimbursements.
• Annual business expense reimbursements for attorneys.
• Annual $500 travel budget to attend firm-sponsored social events.
• Hybrid work flexibility available after 90 days of employment, subject to position requirements and firm business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level