HR Generalist

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Michigan; On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional HR services firm in Michigan is seeking an HR Generalist to support various HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment, and compliance. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and 2–4 years of relevant experience. This position involves maintaining employee records, administering benefits, and implementing HR initiatives to support the business. Competitive salary range of $58k-$68k plus comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plan

EAP program

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a generalist capacity.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies.
• Support recruitment efforts including screening candidates and onboarding.
• Administer employee benefits and coordinate open enrollment.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and resourceful HR Generalist. This role will provide comprehensive support across multiple areas of Human Resources, including employee relations, recruitment, benefits, compliance, and HRIS administration. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, people-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employee relations.
• Support recruitment efforts, including posting jobs, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and assisting with onboarding.
• Administer employee benefits, answer employee questions, and coordinate open enrollment.
• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Support payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, bonuses, leaves, etc.).
• Partner with leadership to implement HR initiatives that support business.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–4 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a generalist capacity
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, etc.)
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Pay Details: $58,000.00 to $68,000.00 per year

Benefit offerings: Our benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.