Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist/Payroll and Employee Relations Specialist

A mid-sized prominent Bergen County law firm in the Hackensack, NJ area is seeking a full-time experienced Human Resources Generalist/Payroll and Employee Relations Specialist. We're looking for someone to join our team to help support our employees and drive our HR initiatives. The individual will play a key role in providing comprehensive HR support, managing day-to-day HR activities, and helping to cultivate a positive work environment.

This role involves administering policies, assisting with employee relations, managing the onboarding process, and supporting various HR projects. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and has a passion for fostering a positive company culture.

A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

$75,000 - $90,000 yearly

Administrative

• Compiles metrics on staff turnover, workers’ compensation trends, related benefits information, etc..
• Assist in developing employee training materials;
• Assist in planning employee events and celebrations;
• Process bi-weekly payroll.

Recruiting & Retaining Top Talent

• Create and maintain employment ads;
• Source candidates using online platforms and community relationships;
• Review applications, conduct initial interviews;
• Collaborate with managers to ensure the best fit;
• Run background and reference checks.

Onboarding

• Organize, schedule, and facilitate the onboarding of all new employees;
• Create personnel files and update all platforms with regard to new hires, and audit files, ensuring all required employee documentation is collected and maintained.

Benefits

• Facilitates benefit programs’ enrollments;
• Coordinate and conduct annual open enrollment for all benefit packages;
• Processes FMLA and tracks wage continuation for paid medical leaves, including FMLA;
• Processes Workers’ Compensation, STD, and LTD claims as needed.

Employee Relations

• Conduct 30-day and 60-day check-ins for all new hires;
• Assist in internal employee dispute resolution;
• Investigate, document, and respond to employee relations issues;
• Provide coaching and counseling to remediate conflicts.
• Plan and facilitate employee events, recognition, etc.;
• Conduct, review, and track all exit interviews;
• Point of contact for staff in various HR-related topics, such as leaves or PTO;
• Monitor employee morale and company culture.

Compliance

• Creates, maintains, and audits files for compliance with all relevant regulations;
• Processes and maintains I-9 files according to regulation;
• Assures confidentiality of staff members' records and information.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience as a Human Resources Generalist is required;
• Excellent computer skills with payroll platforms (ie Paychex and/or ADP) & MS Office suite;
• Candidate must have a strong understanding of human resources concepts, practices, and procedures, as well as a sound knowledge of all federal and state employment and benefits laws;
• Must have a high standard of integrity/confidentiality, be able to adapt to changes, alter their approach or method to best fit the situation, effectively present information, and respond to questions from staff;
• Detail-oriented with the initiative to work with minimum or no supervision while demonstrating a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, even when dealing with difficult staff situations;
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent verbal and written communication;
• SHRM certification is a plus.

Leading personal injury law firm based in North New Jersey, dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and client-focused service. With over 100 employees, our firm is committed to achieving outstanding results for clients while maintaining a collaborative and dynamic work environment.