HR Generalist

Cushman & Wakefield

. Partner with the business on HR initiatives that engage and grow talent, build employee loyalty, and drive people strategy through operational effectiveness .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeCary • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,250 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR initiatives, employee relations, and operational efficiency, with a strong focus on data analysis and compliance. Proficient in developing training programs and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance talent engagement and organizational effectiveness.

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HRIS ProficiencyWorkday ExperienceEmployee Relations ExpertiseData Analysis SkillsCoaching and Dispute Resolution

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Hard Skills

HR ExperienceData AnalysisPersonnel Transaction ProcessingTraining DevelopmentCompliance TrackingProcess ImprovementReport DevelopmentEmployee Database ManagementState and Federal Employment Law KnowledgeInternational Labor Law Exposure

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving AbilitiesInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelPowerPointHRIS

Industry Keywords

Real EstateFinancial ServicesProfessional Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the business on HR initiatives that engage and grow talent, build employee loyalty, and drive people strategy through operational effectiveness
Support HR initiatives and projects globally
Review and process personnel transaction forms in Workday, including new hires, terminations, transfers, and salary increases
Maintain the Global Employee Database with current employee, position, salary information, and documentation
Track compliance with corporate, client, and account policies and procedures
Refine account internal processes and workflows
Develop training materials and conduct staff training
Develop ad hoc reports
Implement HR programs within assigned businesses
Analyze data and metrics to inform strategic business planning
Coach managers and create and execute talent initiatives
Collaborate with local, national, and international HR teams on policy updates, process improvements, onboarding, and training programs
Analyze and resolve complex employee relations issues
Conduct thorough and objective investigations and recommend action plans
Make recommendations to improve operational efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business or other related field
5-7 years HR experience with diverse employee population and strong employee relations experience
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office including Excel
Strong work ethic and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Strong attention to detail
Highly collaborative with clients and co-workers
Ability to engage with remote and international team members
Strong interpersonal skills
Reliable knowledge of State and Federal employment law
Experience or exposure to international labor law and employee relations issues a plus
Experience in real estate, financial or professional services a plus
Excellent oral and written communication capabilities
Superior relationship skills
HRIS proficiency; Workday a plus
Intermediate or above proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Coaching and dispute resolution skills
Facilitation skills to execute training
Strong business acumen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Competitive pay