HR Specialist

Waveny Brand; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Waveny Brand in New Canaan, Connecticut, is seeking a dynamic HR professional to lead full-cycle recruitment, analyze HR metrics, and oversee benefits administration. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and possess 4–6+ years of experience in a similar role.

Key responsibilities include managing recruitment processes, ensuring HR compliance, and supporting various HR initiatives. Proficiency in HRIS systems and strong interpersonal skills are essential. Join us to contribute to the continuous improvement of HR programs.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and employee customer service.
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Analyze HR metrics and prepare related reports.
• Administer benefits and maintain HRIS systems.

Skills

HR best practices

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS systems (preferably UKG)

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

• Lead full-cycle recruitment, including workforce planning, job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, selection, offer coordination, and onboarding.
• Analyze HR metrics and prepare reports related to staffing, turnover, recruitment, compliance, and employee trends for leadership review.
• Administer and maintain HRIS systems, employee records, and reporting functions with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Coordinate benefits administration processes including enrollments, qualifying life events, employee education, and vendor coordination.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR programs, policies, procedures, and compliance initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and organizational policies, including leave administration and workplace regulations.
• Coordinate and support performance review processes, employee engagement initiatives and retention strategies.
• Assist with special HR projects, audits, and organizational initiatives across multiple departments or locations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• 4–6+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in an HR Coordinator or Associates capacity.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and employee customer service.
• Experience supporting recruitment, benefits administration, and compliance initiatives.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (preferably UKG) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
• HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS), onboarding platforms, and HR analytics/reporting.
• Experience in healthcare, nonprofit, or multi-site environments preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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