Human Resources Generalist

Boston Hire; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Hire, a real estate development and investment management firm in Newton, MA, seeks a Human Resources Generalist to gain broad experience across the HR function while enhancing an employee‑centric culture.

In this role you will work with the VP of HR on talent acquisition, performance management, learning and development, payroll and benefits, HR reporting, and compliance, while ensuring a positive, confidential, and trusted support for employees.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of HR experience across multiple disciplines.
• Experience with HRIS, preferably Paylocity.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Teams a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support talent acquisition and onboarding.
• Assist payroll and benefits administration.
• Support performance management and employee development.
• Coordinate employee training and engagement initiatives.
• Prepare HR reporting and compliance activities.

Skills

HR Generalist experience

Paylocity HRIS

Payroll & Benefits

MS Office Suite

Performance Management

Employee Engagement

Training Materials

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

Real Estate Development/Investment Management firm, looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join the team. This is a true generalist role designed for an HR professional who is eager to build broad experience across the HR function while contributing to an employee-centric organization.

About the Role

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with the VP of Human Resources on talent acquisition, performance management, learning and development, employee engagement, payroll and benefits, and other strategic HR initiatives. The HR Generalist will play an active role in strengthening employee experience while building the knowledge and skills for continued professional growth. This role requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to balance strategic projects with day-to-day HR responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional HR Knowledge
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of payroll, benefits, leave management, HR systems, and compliance processes to provide support across the HR team.
• Collaborate closely with all members of the HR team to support department initiatives and provide backup coverage when appropriate.
• Assist with HR reporting, compliance activities, audits, and other department responsibilities as assigned.
• Talent Acquisition
• Support the organization's recruiting and onboarding efforts.
• Assist with evaluating and enhancing recruiting and onboarding processes over time.
• Performance Management & Employee Development
• Assist with the administration of the organization's performance management program, including 90-day reviews, mid-year check-ins, annual reviews, and performance documentation.
• Assist with developing manager and employee resources, training materials, and communications.
• Coordinate employee training and other learning initiatives by supporting program planning, managing training vendor relationships, scheduling trainings, and overseeing event logistics.
• Help evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Employee Engagement & Retention
• Support the implementation of employee satisfaction surveys.
• Analyze employee feedback and workforce trends to help identify opportunities to strengthen engagement and retention.
• Coordinate employee events and other initiatives that contribute to engagement, retention, and an overall positive employee experience (i.e., employee appreciation, new hire gifting, new hire luncheons, etc.).
• HR Programs & Strategic Initiatives
• Participate in HR projects, proactively identifying opportunities to improve processes, programs, and overall efficiency.
• Provide research, analysis, and administrative support for organizational initiatives and special projects.
• Assist with the maintenance of HR policies, forms, communications, and manager resources.
• Being dedicated to our employees. Striving to create an excellent employee experience by providing top-notch customer service while promoting a positive, inclusive and welcoming culture.
• Promoting the HR department’s open-door policy by encouraging employees to seek support and guidance whenever needed.
• Helping to sustain Human Resources as a trusted, approachable, and valued resource.
• Maintaining the highest level of integrity and confidentiality of all employee information and HR files.

What You Bring to Us:

• 4–7 years of Human Resources experience, with exposure to multiple HR disciplines.
• Working knowledge of Paylocity or a similar HRIS preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude with an ability to leverage technology to streamline and improve efficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams a plus.
• Enthusiastic desire to work with a close-knit, highly collaborative team that values trust, open communication, and a genuine commitment to shared success.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs, think several steps ahead, and plan effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop professional communications, training materials, and manager resources.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information with professionalism.