Human Resources Generalist

Printemps New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Printemps New York seeks an HR Generalist (Temp) to support daily operations in an ultra-luxury environment. You will manage onboarding, onboarding, payroll-related updates, and employee communications with discretion and precision.

The role emphasizes high-touch hospitality, confidentiality, and collaboration across HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, and internal communications.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR within luxury retail or hospitality environments.
• Fluency in Spanish is required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with Canva and visual communication tools.
• Ability to manage deadlines and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Understanding of HR compliance regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding.
• Prepare employment agreements, offer letters, and HR communications.
• Maintain employee files with confidentiality and precision.
• Ensure compliance with employment standards and background checks.
• Support payroll-related changes and status updates.
• Track employee absences, vacations, and leave processes.
• Draft and publish job postings across multiple platforms.
• Coordinate onboarding and pre-boarding experiences with high-touch hospitality.
• Conduct reference checks and pre-employment verifications.
• Deliver welcoming new hire orientations and engage partners for recruitment.
• Support Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives and culture-building programs.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the employee journey and workplace atmosphere.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Emotional intelligence

Attention to detail

Discretion

Customer service orientation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canva

Job description

As an HR Generalist (Temp), you bring experience in luxury retail / hospitality environments, where excellence, discretion, and elevated service standards are second nature.

Deeply connected and relationship-driven, you cultivate meaningful networks with ease and understand the value of creating lasting impressions through authentic human connection. You thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments and navigate shifting priorities with composure, precision, and grace.

Hospitality is not simply a skillset for you ; it is an instinct. You are naturally driven to curate thoughtful, seamless, and highly personalized experiences with sophistication and care.

Possessing an exceptional sensitivity to detail, you notice what others overlook. From communication to execution, you hold yourself to the highest standards of refinement, professionalism, and operational excellence.

Calm under pressure and trusted with discretion, you bring emotional intelligence, polish, and impeccable judgment to every interaction. Your presence is both service-oriented and solution-driven, contributing to a culture defined by elegance, excellence, and elevated employee experience.

You stand apart because you combine precision with warmth, luxury with humanity, and operational rigor with an unwavering commitment to excellence.

You will support the daily operations of the Human Resources department within an ultra-luxury environment.

This role requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-standard environment.

Human Resources Administration

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, internal mobility, and offboarding
• Prepare employment agreements, offer letters, HR documentation, and employee communications
• Maintain employee files with the highest level of precision and confidentiality
• Ensure compliance with employment standards, HR policies, I-9 documentation, Workers’ Compensation requirements, and background verification procedures
• Support and track all payroll-related changes including hires, terminations, transfers, bonuses, and status updates
• Track and verify employee absences, vacation requests, and leave management processes

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Draft and publish job postings across multiple recruitment platforms including LinkedIn and hospitality networks
• Support candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and hiring logistics
• Conduct reference checks and pre-employment verification processes
• Coordinate onboarding and pre-boarding experiences with a high-touch hospitality approach
• Deliver structured, polished, and welcoming new hire orientations
• Build relationships with schools, hospitality institutions, and external recruitment partners
• Support the development and execution of employee engagement initiatives and cultural activations
• Organize internal events, celebrations, and employee appreciation experiences
• Support Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives and culture-building programs
• Contribute to the enhancement of the overall employee journey and workplace atmosphere

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Promote a culture of support, professionalism, confidentiality, and responsiveness
• Support HR leadership in employee relations situations with emotional intelligence and discretion
• Assist with documentation, follow-ups, conflict resolution support, and case tracking
• Ensure timely, respectful, and consistent employee communication across all levels of the organization

Internal Communication & Employer Branding

• Design and distribute internal HR communications, newsletters, and announcements
• Support visual storytelling across internal communication platforms including digital screens, flyers, presentations, and cafeteria displays
• Organize and coordinate internal communication initiatives and engagement campaigns
• Contribute to the consistency and elevation of the employee brand experience

Personal Attributes :

• Impeccable attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence
• Calm, composed, and highly efficient in high-pressure situations
• Capable of handling conflict situations with professionalism and emotional intelligence
• High level of discretion, trustworthiness, and professionalism
• Proactive, autonomous, and solution-oriented mindset
• Strong ability to prioritize, delegate tasks, and manage workload based on urgency and complexity
• Naturally personable, sociable, and service-oriented with a strong sense of hospitality and excellence

Qualifications:

• Fluency in Spanish is required.
• A first experience in HR within luxury retail and/or hospitality environments, where excellence, discretion, and elevated service standards are second nature.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency with Canva and visual communication tools
• Ability to manage deadlines and deliver high-quality work under pressure in fast-paced, high-demand environments
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Understanding of compliance regulations and HR best practices

Printemps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Printemps complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates.

Printemps is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]

At Printemps, we work together with elegance, and we welcome all applicants for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. You’ll experience our unique French and Luxury culture, along with our brilliant Ambassadors who will support and inspire you.