HR Generalist & People Partner (Contract)

TCWGlobal; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TCWGlobal is seeking an HR Generalist to join the People team in Carlsbad, CA for a 12-month W-2 contract. You will provide broad HR support across the employee lifecycle, partnering with managers and employees while ensuring compliance with California law.

You will lead onboarding, performance processes, employee relations, and HR data reporting, contributing to a positive employee experience in a fast-paced tech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, psychology, or related field.
• 4–5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience.
• Knowledge of California employment law.
• Strong employee relations, coach managers, and HR program support.
• Experience with HR data analysis and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR contact for assigned client groups.
• Coach managers on ER, performance management, and policy interpretation.
• Lead onboarding, performance reviews, and lifecycle transactions.
• Maintain Workday/HRIS data integrity and respond to benefits inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws; support audits.
• Contribute to regional and global HR programs and merit cycles.

Skills

Employee relations

Manager coaching

Performance management

HR data analysis

HRIS

MS Office

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Psychology or related field

Tools

Workday

SharePoint

Job description

TCWGlobal is seeking an HR Generalist to join the People team in Carlsbad, CA for a 12-month W-2 contract. You will provide broad HR support across the employee lifecycle, partnering with managers and employees while ensuring compliance with California law.

You will lead onboarding, performance processes, employee relations, and HR data reporting, contributing to a positive employee experience in a fast-paced tech environment.