Human Resources Generalist

Dority & Manning, P.A.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-sized law firm is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Human Resources Generalist to optimize HR functions including payroll processing and employee benefits administration. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of HR experience, strong project management skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR Generalist role or other related HR role.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with employee relations or performance management.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships across diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and administer employee benefits.
• Support employee relations initiatives.
• Lead HRIS duties and reporting for UKG.

Skills

Experience with HRIS Software (UKG – Preferred)

Strong program and project management skills

Ability to think strategically and creatively

Strong collaboration skills

Education

PHR or SHRM-CP Preferred

Job description

Dority & Manning, P.A. is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Human Resources Generalist to play an essential role in our HR department. This position is ideal for a professional who has a passion for helping others, strong organizational skills, and a knack for process improvement.

In this role, you will be responsible for processing payroll, administering employee benefits, providing HRIS support, and supporting employee relations initiatives for our midsize firm. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at engaging with team members while working within various HR systems.

If you are a dedicated HR professional ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.

• Lead payroll processing including reporting and management of 401k and benefit feeds
• In conjunction with the HR Director and brokers, reviews and recommend benefits strategy and overall plan design.
• Assist in the annual open enrollment process for employee benefits and manages on‑going benefits administration including necessary reporting.
• Manage all leave programs including those related to FMLA, FFCRA, state laws, disability, ADA, etc.
• Supports and administers all COBRA processing, worker’s compensation claims, and unemployment claims.

Operations

• Lead HRIS duties and reporting for UKG and other programs as needed
• Answer employee questions regarding benefits, policies, and procedures, referring to complex inquiries to senior HR staff.
• Develop and implement employee engagement surveys and assessment procedures.
• Facilitate onboarding and offboarding procedures including exit interviews as needed in conjunction with Recruiting and HR Director.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices.
• Reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance and work with HR Director on updating policies and employee handbook as needed.

Performance Management

• Leads the administrative side of the annual performance management process including assisting the Director of HR with coaching leaders and staff on performance process, drafting reviews, goal setting and evaluating performance.
• Supports HR Director with employee‑relations activities and programs including but not limited to employee counseling, guidance, coaching on performance management and interpretation of policies.

Education

• PHR or SHRM-CP Preferred

Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS Software (UKG – Preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR Generalist role or other related HR role
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with employee relations or performance management
• Strong program and project management skills, and ability to operationalize and scale programs
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, while exercising good judgment in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience supporting enterprise‑wide change
• Proven ability to build positive relationships across diverse groups and drive performance toward firm goals
• Strong collaboration skills and experience facilitating groups in a collaborative manner