HR Generalist

Thread HCM; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thread HCM is seeking an HR Generalist in Alpharetta, GA, to partner with clients using a proactive, consultative approach across HR functions. You will tackle talent selection, compensation, employee relations, leave administration, performance management, benefits, and compliance in collaboration with HR Specialists.

The role emphasizes audits, policy development, training, and development while maintaining budgets and milestones for client projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. PHR or SHRM-CP preferred or required. Strong HR generalist background with 2–3 years in HR consulting emphasizing employee relations, engagement, compliance, policies, and training.
• Must possess current, valid driver’s license and be able to travel as needed.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, G-Suite, payroll reporting, and HR administrative tasks; able to deliver concise client guidance.

Responsibilities

• Keep up with employment law and HR best practices.
• Provide proactive HR consulting with guidance from the HR Engagement Manager.
• Document Thread Engagement processes.
• Ensure client work stays within budget while maintaining quality and completing milestones.
• Support Thread systems, processes, and culture.

Skills

HR Generalist experience

HR consulting

Client communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

PHR certification

SHRM-CP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

G-Suite

Payroll reporting

HR admin

Job description

Overview

The HR Generalist is responsible for using a proactive consultative approach with clients to provide customized and practical HR solutions to challenges across a range of HR functions, including best practices for talent selection, compensation, employee relations, leave administration, performance management, employee benefits, policies and procedures, training and development, and regulatory compliance. The HR Generalist will also work with HR Specialists to complete audits, compliance research, forms & policies, and other projects.

Top 5 Responsibilities

1. Keep up with employment law and HR best practices
2. Provide proactive HR consulting with guidance from the HR Engagement Manager
3. Document Thread Engagement processes
4. Ensure client work stays within budget while maintaining quality and completing milestones
5. Support Thread systems, processes, and culture

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (required)
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP required
• Current, valid Driver's license
• Strong HR Generalist: 2-3 years of HR experience with at least 2 years in HR consulting with an emphasis on employee relations, employee engagement, compliance, policies and processes, training, and coaching leadership teams
• Computer proficiency: Microsoft Suite, G-Suite, payroll reporting, and HR admin familiarity
• Must be able to get to the point with clients, resolve issues and give concise advice
• Extensive Knowledge of federal and state employment laws: FMLA, ADA, EEO and EEO-1, FLSA, I-9s, benefits administration, audits, NLRB, OSHA record keeping, background/drug test process
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work both independently to provide solutions to the client and as part of a team on multiple projects
• Strong consulting skills and ability to exceed client expectations with a proactive approach
• Strong initiative and follow-through skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to solve HR-related problems and communicate with multiple clients

Culture Requirements

• Deliver Wow - Go above and beyond for clients, partners, and other team members. Take the extra step to provide stand-out service.
• Own it! – Demonstrate ownership and resourcefulness to improve the overall client experience and internal processes.
• Make it Better – Share and implement ideas and strategies to improve our culture, processes, and performance.
• Have Fun – Bring a positive and playful attitude each week and add to the overall company culture. Make work enjoyable.
• Attitude of Gratitude – Show a strong sense of gratitude and stewardship to clients, partners, and other team members.
• Pursue Growth - Think about your future and the future of Thread. Have a growth mindset, embrace challenges, and continue to develop your knowledge and skills.

Thread HCM is an equal opportunity employer.