HR Generalist & Payroll Lead — Multi-Office Firm

Gravis Law, PLLC; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravis Law, PLLC is seeking an organized HR Generalist to support payroll, benefits, recruiting, onboarding and employee relations across multiple office locations. You will maintain accurate records, assist with compliance, and help deliver timely HR services in a fast-paced law firm environment.

You will partner with the Director of Human Resources and firm leadership to ensure consistent, confidential HR operations, employee development, and a welcoming, inclusive workplace as the firm grows.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field preferred.
• SHRM certification or HR-related certifications beneficial.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records and update HR databases for new hires, separations, status changes, leave tracking, and related personnel actions.
• Review, prepare, and input payroll data, including garnishments, benefit deductions, 401(k) deductions, and paid time off, and prepare semi-monthly payroll for processing.
• Audit electronic timekeeping records for completeness and accuracy and follow up with managers regarding missing or incorrect entries.
• Support benefits administration by assisting with enrollments, changes, employee questions, and coordination of related documentation.
• Partner with managers to identify staffing needs and support recruiting efforts, including job postings, resume review, interview coordination, candidate communication, and hiring logistics.
• Conduct background checks, employment eligibility verification, and onboarding coordination for new hires.
• Provide new employee orientations and ensure onboarding materials, firm policies, and required documentation are completed accurately and professionally.
• Assist with employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary meetings, performance concerns, and terminations, in coordination with HR leadership and management.
• Support the performance evaluation process and recommend updates to improve consistency, accountability, and employee development.
• Coordinate employee training programs related to onboarding, professional development, compliance, and location-specific needs.
• Review and respond to unemployment claims and other employment-related notices with appropriate documentation.
• Assist with HR projects, meetings, reports, presentations, and internal communications as needed.
• Maintain awareness of changes in employment law, HR best practices, and HR technology and help ensure firm policies remain current and compliant.

Skills

HR Generalist

Payroll administration

Employee relations

Recruiting & onboarding

HR compliance

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in HR/business administration

SHRM certification beneficial

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

Gravis Law, PLLC is seeking an organized HR Generalist to support payroll, benefits, recruiting, onboarding and employee relations across multiple office locations. You will maintain accurate records, assist with compliance, and help deliver timely HR services in a fast-paced law firm environment.

You will partner with the Director of Human Resources and firm leadership to ensure consistent, confidential HR operations, employee development, and a welcoming, inclusive workplace as the firm grows.