People and Culture Generalist

Jambalaya Group

. Research market compensation, identify comparable positions, document sources and assumptions, and prepare salary comparisons and draft recommendations .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR functions including compensation analysis, benefits management, employee relations, and performance management. Proficient in developing HR materials and tools while maintaining confidentiality and discretion.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HR ExperienceCompensation AnalysisEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementMicrosoft 365 Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Compensation AnalysisBenefits ManagementEmployee Policy DevelopmentPerformance ManagementRecruitingHR Template DevelopmentOnboardingOffboardingEmployee CommunicationAI Tool Utilization

Soft Skills

Strong JudgmentRelationship-BuildingClear CommunicationOrganizationInitiative

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365SalesforceAI Tools

Industry Keywords

HR ConsultingEmployee DevelopmentClient EngagementSmall Business SupportProfessional Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research market compensation, identify comparable positions, document sources and assumptions, and prepare salary comparisons and draft recommendations
Gather and compare benefits information and assist with benefits-related questions and communications
Develop role descriptions covering responsibilities, qualifications, reporting relationships, and measures of success
Prepare and update employee handbooks and policy drafts, organize client input, maintain version control, and coordinate implementation
Develop career progression materials, employee development plans, and manager tools
Prepare performance review forms and manager resources and support review processes
Respond to client HR questions and prepare practical responses or recommended next steps
Support routine employee relations matters and escalate sensitive or complex situations
Develop reusable HR templates, tools, checklists, and processes; use AI thoughtfully while maintaining confidentiality
Prepare onboarding, offboarding, and employee communication materials
Maintain action plans, meeting notes, deadlines, and deliverables; coordinate clients and teammates
Provide recruiting backup through sourcing, résumé review, screening, interview coordination, candidate communication, and applicant tracking
Progressively support smaller fractional HR engagements, including client meetings, HR action plans, deliverables, and follow-up
Work under the direction and coaching of the Head of People and Culture, with increasing independence

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of HR experience, with hands-on experience across compensation, benefits, employee policies and handbooks, performance management, employee relations, and recruiting
Consulting mindset and ability to work with multiple clients simultaneously
Strong judgment and discernment
Strong relationship-building skills
Business acumen and understanding of how people decisions connect to organizational structure, capacity, growth, leadership, and business performance
Comfort with ambiguity and problem-solving
Clear, confident written and verbal communication
Strong organization and attention to detail
Initiative and self-management
Ability to take feedback and direction well and continue learning
Discretion with confidential information
Experience with Microsoft 365, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Experience using AI tools for thinking, research, drafting, presentations, recommendations, templates, and efficiency
Energy, adaptability, curiosity, and genuine interest in people
Preferred: experience with Salesforce; supporting small businesses, professional services organizations, or financial advisory practices; and working directly with business owners or leaders in an advisory or consultative capacity
HR certifications are welcome but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with an employer match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities