The HR Generalist supports the HR team in performance management, employee relations, onboarding, and policy implementation while ensuring data accuracy and a positive employee experience.
Job Title: Human Resource Generalist
Location: US Based, EST or CST ONLY
Reporting Line: VP of Human Resources
Intro: As a Human Resources Generalist, you will play an integral role in supporting the broader Human Resources team. This includes responsibilities within Performance Management, Employee Relations, Learning and Development and Onboarding. This role is designed for someone who can balance operational execution with strategic enablement. They can expect to be a hands-on contributor who ensures day-to-day processes run smoothly while also helping shape and elevate how the firm manages performance, engages employees, develops talent, and scales efficiently. The ideal candidate is skilled in supporting multiple areas of the HR team to drive consistency, efficiency, and a positive employee experience across the organization.
Human Resources Generalist Key Responsibilities:
· Maintain HR records, systems, and documentation to ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.
· Coordinate and administer the performance review process; ensuring timelines, communications, and documentation are effectively managed.
· Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the HR team as well as leadership to highlight trends, risks, and recommendations.
· Assist in the communication and implementation of HR policies, guidelines, and best practices.
· Collaborate with the HR team to support global employee engagement initiatives and cultural alignment.
· Provide general administrative support using our performance management system and learning management system, as well as other administration systems.
· Work with Learning and Development Director on training and development needs; including contributing to the planning of firm wide training and administration.
· Assist with ad hoc requests from all members of the firm relating to HR issues such as policies and procedures, terms and conditions of employment, etc.
· Collaborate with the HR team to champion and accelerate a culture of excellence in which people have a positive, productive, and engaging workplace.
· Promptly respond to employee inquiries and concerns, handling them with professionalism and discretion. Escalate issues appropriately as necessary.
· Identify opportunities for streamlining processes and procedures across the back-office channels.
· Partner with Onboarding to aide with the life cycle of a new hire.
Qualifications:
· Familiarity with performance management processes and HR best practices.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization.
· 3-5 years of relevant HR experience, preferably within a growing or professional service environment.
· Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
· Demonstrated discretion and judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information.
· Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) with the ability to build and maintain reports and trackers that inform leadership decisions.
· Proficient in HRIS and performance management systems; comfortable learning and navigating new technology quickly.
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, able to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering on commitments.
· Naturally collaborative, solutions-oriented, and committed to creating a positive employee experience.
· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage in constructive, professional dialogue in challenging situations.
Top Skills
Hris
Ms Office Suite
Performance Management Systems
CFGI Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
One Lincoln Street, 13th Floor, Boston, MA, United States, 02111
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