HR Generalist

Vertical Development Made "Plain"; Hoffman Estates (IL); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertical Development Made "Plain" in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee relations in a hybrid corporate office.

With 5+ years in HR, you will manage HRIS, assist with onboarding and offboarding, ensure compliance, and contribute to a proactive HR team in a professional services environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience processing payroll through Paychex.
• Proficiency in benefits administration and employee relations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in a corporate office environment preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience in a professional services environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll through Paychex.
• Administer benefits and manage employee relations.
• Ensure HR compliance and maintain HRIS systems.
• Support new hire onboarding and offboarding.
• Manage employee records and policy administration.
• Administer leave and workers' compensation.
• Provide performance management and recruiting support.

Skills

Payroll processing

Employee relations

HR compliance

Recruiting support

Onboarding / offboarding

Analytical thinking

Tools

Paychex

HRIS

Excel

Job description

Vertical Development Made "Plain" | Full time

HR Generalist

Hoffman Estates, United States | Posted on 07/19/2026

Start Date: ASAP Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Pay: Starting at $60,000+ (depending on experience)

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team in Hoffman Estates, IL. This role is ideal for seasoned HR professionals with over five years of experience who are looking to leverage their expertise in a hybrid work environment, offering a balance of onsite and remote work. As an HR Generalist, you will be responsible for a wide range of HR functions, including payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee relations. This position provides an excellent opportunity to work in a corporate office setting, supporting various HR initiatives and contributing to a dynamic team. If you have strong analytical skills and a background in professional services, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to advance your HR career.

Schedule & Shift

Hybrid — 3 days onsite / 2 days remote; On-Site, Full-Time

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Process payroll through Paychex
• Administer benefits and manage employee relations
• Ensure HR compliance and maintain HRIS systems
• Support new hire onboarding and offboarding
• Manage employee records and policy administration
• Administer leave and workers' compensation
• Provide performance management and recruiting support

Requirements

• 5+ years of Human Resources experience
• Experience processing payroll through Paychex
• Proficiency in benefits administration and employee relations
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Experience in a corporate/professional office environment preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience in a professional services environment is a plus