People and Culture Generalist-US (Re-advertised)

Seed Global Health•Boston, MA

1d•$75,000 - $90,000•Remote

About The Position

Seed Global Health is seeking an experienced and collaborative People and Culture Generalist to support People and Culture initiatives and contribute to a thriving organizational culture. This position will be responsible for executing core people functions in partnership with the global People and Culture team to ensure strategies and initiatives are delivered effectively. You will support US and global talent management across recruitment, compliance, benefits, compensation, and employee relations, and be engaged to foster a culture that supports the performance and well-being of our staff. Reporting to the Global Director of People & Culture, the People and Culture Generalist will primarily cover US HR operations while supporting global teams on special projects. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on HR Generalist experience, strong knowledge of multi-state compliance, exceptional project management skills, and a passion for fostering a positive work environment. You will work proactively with cross-functional teams across our operational countries, USA, Malawi, Uganda, Sierra Leone, and Zambia and our Global teams. Your experience in global or cross-cultural settings will enable you to fully engage with our growing teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
4 - 8 years of HR Generalist experience, including compensation, benefits, and payroll administration
Proficiency in MS Office, HRIS, and payroll software; Bamboo HRIS and Paycor payroll software knowledge is a plus
Strong knowledge of multi-state HR compliance requirements
Experience partnering with senior managers on HR operational matters
Proven experience in a cross-cultural setting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills and resourceful thinking
Strong empathy and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Candidates must have and be able to maintain the right to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience working at a global organization preferred
3+ years of recruitment and/or HRBP experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with US local labor laws, and US HR regulations, including employee contracts, tax implications, OSHA, state unemployment reports and health and safety standards.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local, regional, and international HR best practices and policies.
Collaborate with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in all regions where the organization operates.
Ensures compliance with state, local, and federal guidelines and policies to protect the business and its employees.
Assist in the performance management process and help managers to set clear performance expectations for staff and educators.
Support employee development initiatives, including career planning and goal setting.
Help managers address performance issues and support the implementation of performance improvement plans (PIPs).
Assist in the development and administration of competitive compensation and benefits packages in accordance with Seed polices and best practices.
Support salary benchmarking and annual compensation reviews.
Understanding of and management of payroll in a multistate employer setting (registrations and taxes).
Provide guidance to staff and educators regarding US benefit programs, US payroll, and other US HR policies.
Support staff in all leave policy administration including but not limited to FMLA.
Identify training and development needs and coordinate learning opportunities to support staff development.
Facilitate the creation of training materials or partner with external providers to deliver skill development programs.
Assist in the development of leadership programs to foster internal talent.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases for all employees.
Analyze HR data to identify trends and assist in decision-making related to workforce planning, retention, and engagement.
Prepare reports on HR metrics such as turnover rates, employee satisfaction, and diversity and provide analysis for HR program delivery and continuous improvement of the services, prepare regular monthly, quarterly, and annual global HR reports as requested
Contribute to global HRIS system optimization and data integrity efforts
As part of the Global People and Culture team, contribute to strategic P&C strategy of Seed.
Be a strategic partner to the US managers and staff across Seed to ensure strategic people and culture goals, policies and programs are aligned US staff needs and Seed business initiatives.
Lead and support cross-country projects aimed at improving the employee lifecycle experience
Support the talent acquisition strategy for staff and educators across all countries including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and job offers working together with other People and Culture Generalists.
Ensure job descriptions are up to date and compliant with all local, state, and federal regulations
Manage orientation for all staff and educators with the support of the leadership team and working closely with the Global Director.
Coordinate with People and Culture team and global leadership to ensure the sourcing of diverse talent aligned with Seed needs.
Assist with onboarding and orientation of staff and educators into HR systems and the organization’s culture and values.
Manage Seed in improving the current ATS systems. Research and upgrade our current ATS system to support the growing organization.
Support organization- wide change initiatives and transformations through strategic involvement
Support the Global Director of People & Culture by acting as a point of contact for employees in the US and educators on people-related issues and provide guidance on organizational policies, procedures, and benefits.
In partnership with the Global Director of People & Culture, mediate employee relations issues, fostering positive and effective working relationships with specific US oversight.
Ensure that the organization’s values, culture, and ethical standards are upheld across all teams.
In partnership with the Global Director of People & Culture, support initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction across multiple locations.
Promote work-life balance programs and mental health support for global team.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance;