HR Generalist: Culture, Compliance & Growth

Jeffrey S. Glassman; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers in Boston, MA seeks a proactive HR Generalist to support the full employee lifecycle in a fast-paced, people-focused firm.

You will handle employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, payroll coordination, compliance with MA and federal laws, and policy development to foster a collaborative, inclusive workplace. The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–5 years of HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of Massachusetts and federal labor laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Discretion with sensitive information.
• HR certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred but not required.
• Experience in the legal industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for employee relations and HR inquiries.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Maintain HRIS and personnel files.
• Administer benefits enrollment and changes.
• Assist in developing HR policies and procedures.
• Partner with managers on performance reviews and training.
• Ensure compliance with federal and MA employment laws.
• Coordinate employee engagement and wellness programs.
• Assist payroll processing, attendance, and timekeeping.
• Handle employee conflict resolution and policy compliance.

Skills

People relations

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration

Job description

Location: Boston, MA | Full-Time

About Us: At Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers, we’re more than just a personal injury law firm — we’re a values-driven team committed to fighting for our clients and fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive workplace. With over 30 years of experience serving the Greater Boston community, we continue to grow by prioritizing both client outcomes and employee development.

The Opportunity:We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our team and support the full employee lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and is passionate about improving workplace culture, ensuring compliance, and optimizing HR processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations and HR inquiries

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes

• Maintain and update HRIS, personnel files, and benefit records

• Administer employee benefits, including enrollment, changes, and troubleshooting

• Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures

• Partner with department managers to support performance reviews, training, and development

• Ensure compliance with federal and Massachusetts employment laws

• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives and wellness programs

• Assist with payroll processing, attendance management and timekeeping systems.

• Employee conflict resolution management.

• Company policy and rule compliance management.

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in an HR generalist or similar role

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• Strong knowledge of Massachusetts and federal labor laws

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred but not required

• Legal industry experience is a plus

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• 401(k) (no match)

• Generous paid time off and holidays

• Health insurance

• Opportunities for professional development

• A culture that values collaboration, transparency, and employee well-being