HR Generalist

1. Employee Experience

• Ensure employees receive timely, accurate HR support throughout their lifecycle

• Address workplace concerns early to prevent escalation

• Maintain clear, consistent HR communication across the organization

2. Core HR Operations

• Own employee records, documentation, and data integrity in HR systems

• Manage leave administration, policy application, and employee status changes

• Partner with payroll teams to ensure accurate inputs and deadlines

3. Manager Support

• Advise managers on performance issues, policy interpretation, and employee matters

• Support corrective actions and documentation with a fair, compliant approach

• Help leaders apply HR practices consistently across teams

4. Compliance & Risk Control

• Apply U.S. federal and state employment laws in daily HR decisions

• Maintain audit-ready documentation and policy adherence

• Flag potential compliance risks and recommend corrective actions

5. Talent & Workforce Support

• Support hiring processes and smooth onboarding transitions

• Contribute to retention, engagement, and workforce planning initiatives

• Assist with performance review cycles and development programs

What Success Looks Like

• Employees trust HR and receive timely, accurate support

• Managers rely on HR for clear, compliant guidance

• HR records are clean, current, and audit-ready

• Issues are resolved proactively, not reactively

• HR processes scale smoothly in a remote environment

Required Background

• 3+ years in an HR Generalist or broad HR role

• Hands-on experience supporting U.S.-based employees

• Working knowledge of employment laws, policies, and HR operations

• Experience operating independently in a remote setup

Key Skills (Non-Negotiable)

• Sound judgment and discretion

• Clear written and verbal communication

• Strong documentation and follow-through

• Ability to balance employee advocacy with business needs

• Comfort handling sensitive and complex situations

Nice to Have

• SHRM-CP / PHR certification

• Multi-state workforce exposure

• Experience in fast-growing or remote-first companies

Originally posted on Himalayas