Human Resources Generalist

XPO; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health insurance on day one

Life and disability insurance

PTO 15 days first year

9 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Incentive plan participation

Job summary

XPO is seeking a Human Resources Generalist in Illinois to support employee relations, HR transactions, and policy administration. You will collaborate with a shared services team, ensure compliance with state and federal laws, and help deliver benefits information.

You will assist hiring managers, participate in onboarding, develop HR programs, and promote a values-driven work environment. Bachelor’s degree and one year of HR experience are required; travel 25–50% may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience.
• 1 year of experience as a Human Resources Generalist or equivalent.
• Experience with planning, organizing, and leadership skills.
• Experience with FMLA, LOA and other state and federal employment laws.
• Experience supporting employee relations and HR initiatives, handling confidential information.
• Functional knowledge of payroll software, HRIS, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide employee relations guidance to employees and management.
• Oversee day-to-day HR transactions in collaboration with a shared services team.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and communicate updated HR policies.
• Deliver benefits information and enforce fair application of policies.
• Assist in investigating employee-related issues and resolve disputes.
• Support hiring managers with interviewing, offers, onboarding, and training processes.
• Develop and implement HR policies or information.
• Support a values-driven environment through employee engagement activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PHR/SHRM certification

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

What you’ll need to succeed as an Human Resources Generalist at XPO

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 1 year of experience as a Human Resources (HR) Generalist or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with basic business and customer service principles, including planning, organizing, resource management and leadership skills
• Experience with FMLA, LOA and other state and federal employment laws
• Experience supporting employee relations and strategic HR initiatives including handling sensitive, complex and confidential information
• Demonstrate functional knowledge of payroll software, HRIS programs and Microsoft Office
• A valid driver’s license
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekend work; travel 25-50% of the time

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources
• PHR/SHRM certification
• Experience building solid partnerships with leadership

About the Human Resources Generalist job

Pay, benefits and more

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day

• Provide employee relations guidance to employees and management; identify and actively respond with sensitivity to the needs of employees and business unit leaders
• Oversee the day-to-day support of HR transactions in collaboration with a shared services team
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations; assess, communicate, interpret and administer updated HR policies and procedures to assigned area
• Deliver benefits information to employees based on company handbook/policies and procedures; ensure fair, equitable and consistent application of all company policies and procedures
• Assist with investigating a variety of employee-related issues, incidents and complaints; resolve disputes and recommend appropriate remedial actions
• Support hiring managers and internal teams by interviewing, presenting offers, facilitating candidate logistics, scheduling onboarding and administering the training/orientation process
• Assist in the development and implementation of programs or information regarding HR policies, procedures or information
• Support a values-driven environment through consultation and service regarding employee engagement activities

Annual Salary Range: $65,813 to $82,267 Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set. This is an incentive-based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans.

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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