HR Generalist - Hybrid

McAfee GmbH; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Program

401k Retirement

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Parental Leave

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Sick Time and Vacation

Job summary

McAfee is seeking an energetic HR Generalist to own and partner on North America HR programs that shape employee experience. You’ll bridge strategy with operations, ensure onboarding, transitions, and lifecycle initiatives are delivered with impact, and act as a trusted advisor to HRBPs, managers, and employees.

The role is hybrid, based in New York, with 1–2 days weekly in the Manhattan office. You will analyze talent data, drive efficiency, and bring creative, data-informed solutions to people

Qualifications

• 4+ years progressive HR experience across lifecycle, talent, and operations.
• Ability to lead independently with minimal direction.
• Strong business acumen linking people strategies to outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Own onboarding & integration; drive first-day experiences and manager readiness.
• Oversee transitions and offboarding with care and project management.
• Act as trusted advisor for HRBPs, managers and employees on lifecycle matters.
• Spot trends, ask questions, and develop scalable solutions.
• Bridge TA and hiring managers to ensure needs are met.
• Translate attrition and engagement data into actionable insights.

Skills

HR Generalist

Project management

Excel

HR systems

Data storytelling

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Job description

Role Summary

We need an energetic, detail-oriented HR Generalist who thrives on making an impact. You'll own and partner on HR programs that shape employee experience across North America. If you can juggle priorities with urgency, think strategically about people challenges, and aren't afraid to get creative, this is your role.

The HR Generalist role will be hybrid, based in NY and will require 1-2 days/week in our Manhattan office.

As a key member of the North America People team, you'll help bridge strategic HR priorities and operational excellence, allowing HR Business Partners to remain focused on business strategy while ensuring the successful delivery of talent and employee experience initiatives.

This is a Hybrid position located in a hub location of New York City, NY. You will be required to onsite on an as-needed basis, typically 1-2 days per week. We are only considering candidates within a commutable distance to this location and are not offering relocation assistance at this time.

Position Details

What You'll Own

Employee Lifecycle Leadership

• Onboarding & Integration: Drive first-day experiences and manager readiness. Identify gaps, coach, and continuously improve
• Transitions & Offboarding: Manage employee moves, organizational changes, and departures with care and smart project management
• Trusted Advisor: Be the go-to resource for HRBPs, managers, and employees on lifecycle matters—responsive, thoughtful, and discreet
• Spot Trends & Solve Problems: Notice patterns, ask the right questions, recommend scalable solutions

Strategic Partnership & TA Liaison

• Bridge TA and hiring managers—ensure both sides have what they need to succeed
• Drive organizational changes, workforce planning, and restructures independently
• Partner with HRBPs on strategy and execution; be a thought partner, not just a task executor
• Anticipate risks, flag issues early, and develop action plans
• First point of contact for employee relations and the liaison with our compliance team

Annual People Programs

• Own North America coordination of performance management, goal setting, talent reviews, succession planning, compensation cycles, engagement surveys, and recognition programs
• Drive readiness, communication, participation, and measure effectiveness

Workforce Analytics & Insights

• Translate data on attrition, performance, engagement, and talent outcomes into actionable insights
• Build compelling dashboards and PP presentations that influence decisions
• Strong Excel skills required; comfort with AI tools to work smarter is a plus

Process Improvement & Operations

• Simplify workflows, automate where possible, drive efficiency
• Connect leaders to the information and training they need

What We're Looking For

Experience & Skills:

• 4+ years (we’d love more!) progressive HR experience (employee lifecycle, talent, operations)
• Proven ability to lead independently with minimal direction
• Strong business acumen; connect people strategies to outcomes
• Project management excellence; detail-oriented; organized
• Strong Excel skills and comfort with HR systems—good use of AI tools
• Data interpretation and storytelling—translate insights into action

What Makes You Different:

• Sense of Urgency: You move quickly, prioritize well, act decisively
• Responsiveness: You reply promptly and follow through
• Curious: You ask good questions, stay current on trends, suggest new approaches
• Fun & Engaging: You bring positive energy; you make HR feel human, not bureaucratic
• Deck Building: You create clear, compelling presentations and dashboards

Why You'll Thrive Here

• Real autonomy to shape how we bring people in and develop them
• Your analytical skills are valued; data-driven decisions are the norm
• You'll build things—programs, processes, insights—and see the impact
• Work with a team committed to genuine employee experience
• Constant variety; no repetition
• True ownership of programs + mentorship to help you succeed

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Company Overview

McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.

Company Benefits and Perks

• Bonus Program
• 401k Retirement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support and Community Involvement
• 14 Paid Company Holidays
• Unlimited Paid Time Off for Exempt Employees
• 96 Hours of Sick Time and 120 Hours of Vacation for Non-Exempt Employees Accrued Each Year

We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

Pay Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $79,310.00/Yr. - USD $130,295.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

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