HR Generalist

The Planet Group; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HR Generalist for a 6-month contract, working remotely with PST hours. The role involves guiding managers through performance management, supporting employees, and ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures. Ideal candidates should possess excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Qualifications

• Intermediate understanding of HR principles and regulations.
• Experience guiding managers through performance management.
• Entrepreneurial mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Support employees and managers applying HR policies and resolve cases.
• Guide managers through underperformance management cases.
• Maintain People Relations playbooks and processes.

Skills

Problem Solving

Relationship Building

Communication

Performance Management

Analytical Skills

Multitasking

Education

3 years of work experience in human resources

Job description

HR Generalist

Contract - 6 Months

Remote, PST Hours

Hourly: $60/hr



Must Haves:

• Minimum 3 years of work experience in human resources


• Intermediate understanding of HR principles, HR-related laws and regulations


• Experience guiding managers through performance management processes


• Excellent problem solver


• Ability to build and maintain relationships within team


• Ability to develop clear and concise verbal and written communications (English required)


• Entrepreneurial mindset and experience succeeding in fast-paced environments (e.g. you make things happen by breaking through brick walls)


• Ability to plan and prioritize workload; ability to multitask and meet deadlines with quality product


• Comfort working in a high growth, constantly changing environment


• Experience working closely with cross functional teams and partners like legal and HRBPs


• Comfortable working in fast paced performance management environment


• Experience managing relocation, LOA, accommodations

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide support to employees and managers (M6 and below), applying HR policies and procedures to answer questions and resolve cases


• Guide and coach managers/employees through complex underperformance management cases, while ensuring we remain compliant with regional laws and regulations


• Ensure managers are following performance management procedures, including documentation, case management and corrective action plans


• Facilitate employee exits, including performance and reduction in workforce cases


• Work with cross-functional teams, as needed, to resolve cases (ie legal; ER; benefits; HRBPs)


• Maintain People Relations playbooks and processes, working with key stakeholders for input and sign-off


• Analyze HR and process data to identify trends and inform recommendations

At The Planet Group, we connect HR experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first.





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