Sr. HR Generalist

Job Summary

The Sr. HR Generalist is responsible for delivering advanced human resources operational and employee relations support while partnering closely with HR leadership and business leaders. This role formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization. This role bridges day-to-day HR execution and higher-level program implementation, managing complex employee matters, supporting talent and culture initiatives, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Through a deep undertanding of business strategy, partner with the business leaders to develop effective HR programs and practices that will support the strategic growth of the business.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and programs.
• Take an active role in the full employee life cycle including recruiting coordination, interviewing, onboarding, orientation, performance management processes, and offboarding.
• Coordinate and deliver employee orientations and required HR and policy training.
• Educate, coach, and partner with managers on performance management, employee development and succession planning.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on corrective action, documentation, and employee issues.
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, including performance concerns, policy violations, and workplace complaints, escalating as appropriate and partnering with legal counsel.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and maintain required employment records and postings.
• Support leave administration processes including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers’ compensation.
• Partner with HR leadership on HR initiatives, programs, and process improvements.
• Support and execute corporate and site-driven, engagement, recognition, and inclusive culture initiatives to accelerate a culture of excellence in which employees feel engaged and inspired to deliver top business results.
• Maintain accurate HRIS data and provide guidance to managers on timely system transactions.
• Ensure accuracy of HR data.  Analyze, interpret and draw data insights across various types of employee data to guide decision making in a compelling way that provides proactive solutions to the business.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5–7 years of progressive Human Resources experience with demonstrated ownership of employee relations and HR operations.
• HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and complex employee matters with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong HRIS proficiency and advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills; ability to influence and build effective relationships at all levels.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.