HR Consultant + Project Lead

Legacy HR Consulting puts the human back into HR. We're passionate about creating workplaces where people feel supported, respected, and empowered. We partner with mission-driven and social justice organizations to build inclusive workplaces that attract and retain dream teams. Our clients are committed to advancing social justice, including reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ equality, racial equity, and economic justice.

At Legacy HR Consulting, we're not just a team; we're a community. We value authenticity, empathy, and collaboration in all our relationships, whether with our clients or each other.

We're looking for a strong HR Generalist who is confident working across multiple HR domains, including multi-state leaves and compliance, and is capable of leading project-based deliverables from start to finish. You'll balance support for our fractional HR clients and project-based HR work. For assigned projects, you'll serve as the day-to-day operational point of contact, responsible for executing deliverables from kickoff to closeout, including deliverable development, timeline tracking, internal coordination, and client communications. 

• Core Responsibilities (Weekly/Retained Work)
  • Serve as an HR point of contact for assigned clients, providing responsive and thoughtful support.
  • Handle employee relations questions, policy interpretation, and general HR compliance support, including leave and accommodation administration and compliance across multiple states (California and New York/NYC experience required).
  • Join client meetings to provide updates, follow-ups, and documentation.
  • Use internal tools like ClickUp, Clockify, and Slack to track your work and communicate updates.
• Project-Based Responsibilities
  • Own and drive execution on HR deliverables such as employee handbooks, policies, onboarding/offboarding toolkits, and performance frameworks, ensuring high-quality, human-centered work throughout.
  • Draft and refine deliverables independently, escalating only for strategic or unfamiliar issues. Apply an equity-informed lens to all content.
  • Track timelines, milestones, and deliverables in ClickUp. Update task statuses daily, flag bottlenecks or retainer/utilization concerns early to the Client Lead or CAM, and keep all collaborators aligned.
  • Coordinate with the Client Account Manager (CAM) for scope-related questions and meeting logistics.
  • Delegate formatting, research, or administrative tasks to Project Support. Assign subtasks to Project Support or Client Lead as needed to move work forward.
• Internal Team Growth

• Draft and refine internal SOPs and processes as our internal systems mature.
• Offer feedback and input on internal People practices as we scale, helping us practice what we consult on.
• Attend monthly team meetings 

At Legacy HRC, we don’t just talk about equity—we build it into how we show up. In this role, you'll apply an equity lens to everything you do: from drafting policies to handling employee questions. We encourage learning, curiosity, feedback, and humility in our efforts to build workplaces that center justice and inclusion. This also includes ensuring our deliverables are accessible, inclusive, and aligned with each client’s cultural and operational context.

We're looking for someone who brings both hands-on HR experience and the confidence to manage workstreams and timelines. You take initiative, communicate clearly, and are aligned with our mission and values.

You Have:

• 5+ years of HR generalist experience (preferably with nonprofits or values-aligned clients)
• An equity-informed mindset and commitment to social justice
• Hands-on experience administering leave and accommodation processes across multiple states, with working knowledge of California, New York, Massachusetts, and Oregon requirements specifically
• Experience leading HR projects like policy creation, audits, or onboarding/offboarding systems
• Experience managing end-to-end HR project delivery, including client communication, timeline management, and task coordination
• Working knowledge of compliance areas like FMLA, ADA, EEOC, and wage & hour law
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Proficiency (or willingness to learn) ClickUp, Slack, and Google Suite
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• Can work independently with minimal supervision while contributing meaningfully to a collaborative team
• Comfortable using remote work tools including ClickUp, Slack, and Google Suite, and keeping tasks and communication up to date daily
• A track record of building processes or documentation that others can pick up and use, not just work that lives in your own head

A Plus:

• Experience with compensation structuring and job leveling
• Experience supporting employee relations investigations and conflict resolution
• Experience designing performance frameworks or onboarding programs

Compensation: This is a W2 position with an hourly pay range of $34 to $37. We are committed to paying a livable wage and strive to provide annual cost-of-living adjustments when the budget allows.

Benefits Include:

• 20 hrs Vacation Time
• 40 hrs Sick Time 
• 11 paid holidays, including a fully paid winter break 
• Ability to participate in a 401(k)
• Discount on Peloton Membership 
• Opportunities for growth and leadership roles, including increased project ownership and strategic client engagement.

Why Join Legacy HR Consulting?

• Be part of a culture that truly embodies what we teach—one that values empathy, authenticity, and the human experience. We prioritize well-being, collaboration, and continuous learning, creating an environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported.
• Work with a team that believes in balancing excellence with humanity and empowers you to bring your whole self to work.

Work Hours:

This role starts at 15-20 hours per week. We anticipate this role could grow to 20-25 hours per week, depending on business growth and onboarding. We can't guarantee a timeline, but we genuinely intend to increase this role's hours over time.

• You must be available to work a set schedule during core business hours (9 AM – 5 PM CST).
• Due to the nature of our client work, we cannot accept candidates who are only available during evenings or have other roles restricting weekday availability.
• We're intentionally looking for someone who's excited about our mission and the clients we work for, and their missions, and who's excited to grow with us. This isn't the right fit for someone building their own independent HR practice or looking for a flexible part-time role on the side.