HR Generalist

360 Public Relations, LLC.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

90% employer-paid health care

401k matching contribution

Generous paid time off

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Lifestyle Spending Account

Mobile phone reimbursement

Digital Nomad weeks

Summer Fridays

Pet parent leave

Matching gift program for charity

Job summary

A leading public relations agency in New York is seeking a proactive Human Resources Generalist to manage HR operations, oversee recruitment, and enhance employee engagement. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and over 3 years of experience in a professional services environment. This role focuses on benefits administration, payroll support, compliance, and promoting a positive workplace culture. A comprehensive benefits package and a flexible hybrid work schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR experience in a professional services or creative agency environment.
• Discreet and able to handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset.
• Discreet with a high level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.
• Experience with HRIS systems; Paylocity familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage annual open enrollment process for benefits.
• Partner with hiring managers to oversee full-cycle recruitment.
• Set up and maintain HRIS records for employees.
• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives.
• Support semi-monthly payroll administration.
• Stay informed on HR trends to identify opportunities.
• Assist with onboarding/onboarding programs to promote company culture.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Integrity

Customer-service mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Paylocity

Job description

360PR+, a world‑class PR agency recognized for its award‑winning culture and creative work for leading brands, seeks a proactive, highly organized Human Resources Generalist to support its people operations and employee experience. This role is central to the full employee lifecycle, including payroll, benefits administration, compliance, talent acquisition, onboarding, and employee relations.

Working in partnership with the head of human resources, the ideal candidate will bring exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering a seamless employee experience aligned with the agency’s purpose, values, and business goals. They will have experience working with an integrated operations team and will thrive in a dynamic, creative setting, taking immense pride in producing high‑quality work.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Benefits Administration
  • Work closely with HR lead and in conjunction with insurance broker to manage annual open enrollment process
  • Support and manage QLE benefit changes and updates throughout the year
  • Coordinate with third‑party administrators to process enrollments, terminations, and benefit changes
  • Manage benefit deductions and ensure correct setup in payroll
• Recruitment & Onboarding
  • Partner with hiring managers to manage the full‑cycle recruitment process
  • Coordinate candidate interviews and support timely communication and feedback
  • Support new hire onboarding and orientation to ensure a smooth transition and positive first impression
• HR Operations
  • Set up and maintain accurate HRIS records for new hires, terminated employees, job changes, and compensation updates
  • Routine audits of employee personal paperwork and benefits, making updates when necessary
  • Manage performance review schedules by providing reminders and paperwork to managers in advance with follow‑up as needed
  • Stay on top of HR and business trends to identify opportunities
• Employee Engagement
  • Partner with HR and leadership to plan and execute employee engagement initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and high‑performance workplace culture
  • Support the coordination of employee events, recognition programs, and internal communications to strengthen connection and morale
  • Assist with the administration and analysis of employee engagement surveys, including tracking feedback and identifying trends and improvement opportunities
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and feedback, escalating issues as appropriate and helping to drive timely resolution
  • Collaborate with managers to support employee development, retention, and engagement best practices
  • Help promote company values and culture through onboarding, internal programming, and day‑to‑day employee interaction
• Payroll Administration
  • Support semi‑monthly payroll (Paylocity experience a plus)
  • Review and audit all benefit deductions, resolving discrepancies as necessary
  • Ensure 401(k) contributions, enrollments, and changes are accurately reflected in payroll

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a professional services or creative agency environment
• “Type A” when it comes to organization
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills with a customer‑service mindset
• Discreet, with a high level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information
• Knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Paylocity a plus

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary will depend on numerous factors including but not limited to experience, training, associated responsibilities, education, and other business and organizational needs. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. Candidates who feel they are well‑suited for the position but have salary requirements outside the range are encouraged to inquire about the position.

Salary is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. 360PR+ offers a progressive benefits package, including 90% employer‑paid health care for employees, 401k matching contribution, generous paid time off including vacation and wellness days, a flexible hybrid work schedule, and other perks such as a Lifestyle Spending Account, mobile phone reimbursement, Digital Nomad weeks, Summer Fridays, pet parent leave, matching gift program for charity of employee’s choice, and more.

About Us

When you join 360PR+, you become part of a team that is just as committed to your success as you are. From onboarding to ongoing mentorship, frequent opportunities to engage with colleagues and the opportunity to do award‑winning work, we make sure you have the touch points and support you need to find your way and flourish.

360PR+ is a Certified Women‑Owned Business and is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. To learn more about 360PR+, visit www.360PR.plus and https://www.linkedin.com/company/360prplus.