Hybrid HRBP & Generalist — M&A | Paylocity Expert (Chicago)

livingHR, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

livingHR is The Work Agency™, a national boutique HR advisory and consulting firm built to make work better. We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner / Generalist with demonstrated M&A integration expertise to support a client engagement in Chicago.

This hybrid role requires a consultative professional who can operate independently, navigate complex organizational change, and deliver credible HR partnership at pace.

Qualifications

• Paylocity hands-on configuration, reporting, and day-to-day HR operations.
• Demonstrated M&A HR experience including due diligence support, integration planning, and workforce transition.
• 5+ years in an HRBP or HR Generalist role, ideally within a consulting, professional services, or multi-client environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver human-centric HR solutions that improve workplace experiences.
• Support M&A integration activities including org design, cultural onboarding, workforce transitions, and employee communications.
• Serve as a trusted advisor throughout the engagement lifecycle.
• Apply consulting, project management, and communication best practices.
• Partner with livingHR Principals and client stakeholders to drive measurable value.
• Manage and optimize HR workflows and employee data within Paylocity.

Skills

Paylocity

HRBP experience

HR Generalist

M&A integration

Consulting experience

Job description

livingHR is The Work Agency™, a national boutique HR advisory and consulting firm built to make work better. We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner / Generalist with demonstrated M&A integration expertise to support a client engagement in Chicago.

This hybrid role requires a consultative professional who can operate independently, navigate complex organizational change, and deliver credible HR partnership at pace.