HR Generalist

Adelphi Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Omnicom Production is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to provide mid-level operational support to the HR team. You will work with HR Directors, business leaders and cross-functional teams to support business objectives and enhance the employee experience.

The ideal candidate will be organized, collaborative, with strong communication, analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills, and will handle day-to-day HR operations, lifecycle activities, HR programs and special projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of practical work experience in Human Resources.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, policies, and services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with HR Directors to assess organizational needs and implement HR initiatives.
• Supports day-to-day HR operations and client servicing for HR Directors.
• Provides guidance on HR policies, procedures, programs, and employee matters.
• Drafts employee communications, correspondence, and HR materials.
• Conducts exit interviews and supports offboarding processes.
• Facilitates onboarding and lifecycle activities like transfers and promotions.
• Analyzes turnover and provides insights to HR leadership.
• Supports performance management, engagement, and HR reporting.

Skills

HR operations

Analytical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Project management

Discretion with confidential info

Independent yet collaborative

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Job description

Agency:

Omnicom Production

Job Function:

People and Culture

Job Subfunction:

People and Culture Business Partner and Generalist

Job Description:

Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary

Omnicom Production is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to provide mid-level operational support to the HR Generalist team. As a member of the HR team, you will work collaboratively with HR Directors, business leaders and cross-functional HR teams to support business objectives and enhance the employee experience.

The ideal candidate will be a highly organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative HR professional with strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. This individual will support day-to-day HR operations, employee lifecycle activities, HR programs, and special projects while building strong relationships with employees and business leaders across the organization.

The Salary for this role is $67K–$83K
This is a hybrid position, 3 days a week in New York or Chicago

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborates with HR Directors to assess organizational needs, develop program ideas, and implement HR initiatives that align with business strategy and organizational goals.
• Supports HR Directors in servicing their client base and providing day-to-day HR support.
• Provides guidance and support to employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, programs, and employee-related matters.
• Drafts broad-based employee communications, correspondence, presentations, and HR-related materials.
• Conducts exit interviews and supports the employee offboarding process, including documentation, coordination, and analysis of feedback.
• Facilitates employee orientation and onboarding processes to ensure a positive and consistent new-hire experience.
• Coordinates employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, internal transfers, promotions, leaves of absence, and offboarding.
• Analyzes employee turnover information and compiles exit interview data to identify trends and provide meaningful insights to HR leadership.
• Supports the Performance Management process, including communications, timelines, logistics, tracking, and follow-up.
• Supports employee engagement, integration, recognition, and morale-building initiatives.
• Assists with the administration and coordination of HR programs, policies, and initiatives across the organization.
• Maintains accurate, organized, and confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Supports HR reporting and data analysis, including headcount, turnover, employee demographics, performance management, and other key HR metrics.
• Partners with other HR pillars and cross-functional teams to ensure a holistic understanding and coordinated delivery of HR solutions.
• Identifies opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and the overall employee experience.
• Supports the development and delivery of HR communications, training materials, presentations, and employee resources.
• Assists with special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned by HR leadership.
• Ensures consistent application of HR policies and practices and escalates complex or sensitive matters to the appropriate HR leadership.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive employee and organizational information.
  

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 2+ years of practical work experience, preferably in Human Resources.
• Working knowledge of general HR practices, policies, and services.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to build strong relationships and work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong follow-through and ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and adapt to changing business needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems or related technology preferred
  

$67K–$83K

Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom’s corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.

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