HR Generalist

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. Serve as a primary HR partner to U.S.

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. health and welfare benefits administration, employee relations, and leave management, while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws. Proficient in HRIS and payroll platforms, with strong organizational skills to manage sensitive HR matters effectively.

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Benefits AdministrationEmployee Relations ManagementLeave ManagementHRIS ProficiencyU.S. Employment Law Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Benefits Eligibility401(k) AdministrationPerformance Improvement PlansInvestigationsCorrective ActionsFMLA ManagementADA ComplianceWage and Hour RequirementsAudit SupportPolicy Drafting

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationSound JudgmentStrong OrganizationFollow-ThroughProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

HRIS PlatformsPayroll SystemsBenefits Administration SoftwareThird-Party AdministratorsCOBRA Administration

Industry Keywords

ERISAACAHIPAAEmployee BenefitsWorkplace AccommodationsRemote Workforce ManagementCompliance CalendarPerformance ManagementEmployee CommunicationsOrganizational Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a primary HR partner to U.S. employees and managers on performance, attendance, conduct, policy interpretation, and employee concerns
Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective actions, performance improvement plans, and termination support
Administer U.S. health and welfare programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, and related benefits
Research and resolve benefits issues involving eligibility, enrollment, deductions, coverage, qualifying life events, and corrections
Coordinate with benefits brokers, carriers, third-party administrators, COBRA administrators, and other vendors
Partner with payroll and finance to reconcile benefits deductions, invoices, contribution files, and discrepancies
Support benefits renewals and manage open enrollment activities
Manage day-to-day 401(k) administration, including eligibility, contributions, employee questions, vendor coordination, audit support, and corrections
Manage employee leave and workplace accommodation processes involving FMLA, ADA, parental leave, disability, workers’ compensation, and applicable state programs
Guide employees and managers through leave documentation, benefits, accommodation, and return-to-work requirements
Maintain the U.S. HR and benefits compliance calendar and coordinate filings, notices, audits, disclosures, and communications
Monitor federal, state, and local employment requirements and update policies, systems, communications, and practices with HR leadership
Draft and maintain HR policies, procedures, manager resources, employee communications, and standard operating procedures
Review HR data, records, and recurring processes to identify compliance risks and improve accuracy and efficiency
Provide guidance and review work within assigned programs for HR coordinators and developing HR professionals
Partner with the Director of HR on workforce planning, organizational initiatives, compliance matters, and People Operations priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of human resources experience, including hands-on responsibility for benefits administration, employee relations, leave management, and HR operations
Direct experience administering U.S. health and welfare benefits, including eligibility, enrollment, deduction, coverage, and qualifying life event issues
Hands-on involvement in 401(k) or other retirement plan administration, including contributions, audits, vendor coordination, or corrections
Experience managing employee relations matters, including investigations, performance concerns, corrective actions, and termination support
Working knowledge of U.S. employment and benefits requirements, including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, wage and hour requirements, and applicable federal and state laws
Practical experience administering employee leave and workplace accommodation processes involving FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and state leave programs
Ability to research unfamiliar requirements, evaluate options, and recommend practical next steps
Experience partnering with payroll, finance, benefits brokers, carriers, or third-party administrators to resolve issues and maintain accurate records
Proficiency with HRIS and payroll platforms, including reviewing employee data, benefits deductions, contribution files, and process accuracy
Sound judgment when handling sensitive HR matters, maintaining documentation, and determining when to involve HR leadership or other partners
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain requirements and next steps to employees, managers, and external partners
Strong organization and follow-through when balancing multiple sensitive or deadline-driven matters in a remote environment
Experience supporting employees across multiple U.S. states or a remote-first workforce is preferred
Exposure to international HR teams or global People Operations initiatives is preferred
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire in an employer approved US state and maintain authorization throughout employment
Pre-employment screening required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mentorship programs
Leadership academies
Opportunities to shape company culture and DEI initiatives
Flex Fridays
Remote-first culture
Flexible PTO
Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability coverage
401K with company match
Paid parental leave
Headspace access
Monthly fitness reimbursements
Pet insurance
Speaker series bonus
Reimbursement for up to 12 books per year
Annual bucket list contributions after 3 years
Catered lunches for the in-office team