HR Generalist: Benefits, Payroll & Employee Relations

Gilder Search Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support all aspects of Human Resources in a fast-paced, small team. The role focuses on benefits administration, payroll support, and employee relations, with opportunities to empower policy interpretation and lifecycle processes.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of HR Generalist experience, strong ADP skills, and excellent organizational and communication abilities to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of HR Generalist experience or equivalent.
• Experience administering benefits and supporting payroll.
• Strong knowledge of ADP is required.
• Experience with employee relations and HR compliance.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Administer benefits enrollments, life event changes, COBRA, and renewals.
• Assist with payroll processing by entering changes and adjustments.
• Serve as a resource on HR policies, benefits, and payroll questions.
• Support performance management and employee inquiries.
• Maintain accurate employee records compliant with laws.
• Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and lifecycle activities.
• Collaborate with leadership on HR initiatives and daily needs.
• Use ADP to maintain employee data and payroll information.

Skills

ADP experience

Payroll support

Employee relations

Benefits administration

Organizational skills

Communication

Excel

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

Tools

ADP (HRIS)

Job description

Gilder Search Group is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support all aspects of Human Resources in a fast-paced, small team. The role focuses on benefits administration, payroll support, and employee relations, with opportunities to empower policy interpretation and lifecycle processes.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of HR Generalist experience, strong ADP skills, and excellent organizational and communication abilities to thrive in a collaborative environment.