Senior Generalist, People

Iterative Health • Cambridge, NY

6d • $90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior People Generalist to serve as a trusted, front-facing HR advisor supporting employees and managers. This role is focused on employee relations, performance management, manager coaching, and employee experience in a fast-growing, multi-entity organization. The Senior People Generalist partners closely with business leaders and the People Business Partner to ensure consistent people practices, strong manager capability, and a positive employee experience.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive HR Generalist or Employee Relations experience
• Demonstrated experience managing employee relations and coaching managers
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws and multi-state compliance
• Excellent communication, judgment, and conflict-resolution skills
• Experience supporting leaders in a fast-paced, growth environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting both corporate and field-based or site-based teams
• Background in healthcare, clinical research, or regulated environments
• Experience partnering with Legal and Compliance on ER matters
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent certification

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees and managers
• Provide guidance on day-to-day people matters including performance, behavior, conflict, and policy interpretation
• Coach managers through performance conversations, feedback delivery, and sensitive employee issues
• Support performance management cycles including goal-setting, calibration preparation, and documentation
• Facilitate performance improvement plans (PIPs) and development planning with managers
• Support compensation and promotion cycles by advising on role alignment and leveling
• Partner with leaders on job description alignment, role clarity, and organizational changes
• Lead employee relations investigations, documentation, action plans, and recommendations
• Act as the employee-facing lead for leave of absence and accommodation conversations
• Support employee engagement, recognition, and culture initiatives
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities related to employee experience and retention
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and business leaders to ensure consistent people practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees