HR Generalist

West Capital Lending, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

West Capital Lending is seeking an HR Generalist to handle daily HR operations, employee relations, onboarding, offboarding, compliance, and HRIS tasks. The role supports HR leadership and managers to ensure consistent, confidential, and compliant practices across the organization.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in HR, experience with multi-state employment, and knowledge of payroll, benefits, and performance processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience supporting employee relations and compliance.
• Multi-state employment experience preferred.
• Mortgage/financial services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support employee relations and investigations.
• Assist with compliance audits and policy updates.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities.
• Maintain HR records and HRIS data.
• Assist with compensation and payroll support.

Skills

Employee relations

HR compliance

Onboarding

Offboarding

HRIS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

MS Office

Job description

The HR Generalist supports the day-to-day administration and delivery of Human Resources programs and services across the organization. This position serves as a resource to employees and leaders and is responsible for supporting employee relations, HR compliance, onboarding and offboarding, HRIS administration, benefits, leave administration, compensation processes, and general HR operations.

The HR Generalist works closely with HR leadership and business leaders to ensure HR practices are consistent, compliant, timely, and aligned with company policies and business objectives. This role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Serve as an HR resource for employees and managers regarding workplace policies, procedures, and general employee relations matters.
• Assist with employee relations concerns, complaints, and workplace investigations.
• Support managers with performance management, corrective action, attendance, and employee conduct matters.
• Maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive employee information.

HR Compliance

• Support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist with maintaining and updating HR policies, procedures, employee handbook provisions, and required notices.
• Support Form I-9 and E-Verify administration and periodic compliance audits.
• Maintain accurate and complete employee records in accordance with company policies and applicable legal requirements.

Employee Lifecycle Administration

• Coordinate and support employee onboarding and orientation activities.
• Process employee changes, including promotions, transfers, compensation changes, manager changes, status changes, and terminations.
• Prepare employment-related documentation, including offer letters, compensation notices, transfer notices, and other employee communications.
• Coordinate employee offboarding and ensure appropriate documentation and HR system transactions are completed.

HRIS and Employee Records

• Maintain accurate employee information within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Process employee data changes and regularly audit HR records for accuracy.
• Prepare HR reports and analyze employee data as requested.
• Maintain personnel files and other employment records in accordance with company retention and confidentiality requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR workflows, documentation, and system processes.

Leave and Benefits Administration

• Support administration of employee leaves of absence, including applicable federal and state leave programs.
• Track leave documentation, eligibility, approvals, and return-to-work requirements.
• Support annual benefits enrollment and employee benefits communications.

Compensation and Payroll Support

• Assist with compensation changes, salary reviews, and internal compensation processes.
• Prepare and maintain compensation documentation and approvals.
• Partner with payroll to resolve employee pay or HR data discrepancies.
• Support compensation benchmarking and salary range analysis as needed.
• Assist with administration and documentation of bonus, incentive, and other compensation programs.

Performance Management

• Support annual and periodic performance review processes.
• Assist managers with performance documentation and performance improvement plans.
• Track required performance documentation and follow-up activities.
• Provide guidance regarding consistent application of performance management practices.

HR Programs and Projects

• Participate in HR initiatives, audits, system implementations, and process improvement projects.
• Assist with development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, forms, templates, and workflows.
• Compile HR metrics and reports to identify trends and support business decisions.
• Participate in employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Perform other HR-related duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Management, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Experience supporting employee relations and HR compliance strongly preferred.
• Multi-state employment experience preferred.
• Mortgage, financial services, banking, or other highly regulated industry experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong understanding of employee relations and performance management principles.
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound professional judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all organizational levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Ability to research HR compliance requirements and effectively communicate findings.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar Human Resources certification.
• Experience in the mortgage lending.
• Experience with HRIS implementations, audits, reporting, or process improvement.
• Experience conducting or supporting workplace investigations.

West Capital Lending is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities without unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position generally requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer, frequent communication with employees and leaders, and occasional movement within an office environment.

West Capital Lending is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities without unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may be modified or assigned based on business needs.

Employment with West Capital Lending is at will, where permitted by applicable law. Nothing in this job description creates or is intended to create an employment contract or guarantee of continued employment.