Senior Generalist, HR - Strategic Communications | Multiple Locations

FTI Consulting, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a Senior Generalist in Human Resources to enhance performance and employee experience in a hybrid role across multiple locations. This position focuses on strategic HR initiatives and requires a proactive individual with extensive HR experience and strong analytical capabilities. Compensatory benefits include a competitive salary, comprehensive health plans, and robust professional development programs.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Employee wellness platform

Professional development programs

Paid volunteering time

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a professional services environment.
• Experience supporting performance management and employee relations.
• Strong coaching skills capable of influencing across levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist with performance review communications and guidance.
• Support employee relations activities and manage onboarding processes.
• Collaborate with Compensation and Finance to ensure timely updates.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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Job description

Senior Generalist, HR - Strategic Communications | Multiple Locations

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

About the Role

The Senior Generalist, Human Resources will be an integral member of the Strategy Communications Americas team. In this role, you’ll go beyond execution—bringing fresh ideas, analyzing trends, and helping shape the employee experience across performance, talent development, compensation, engagement, and more. You’ll have direct access to business leaders and HR Business Partners, acting as a critical connector between people, processes, and priorities. This opportunity is ideal for a senior-level generalist looking to broaden their strategic impact in a high-visibility environment.

What You’ll Do

Performance, Development & Culture

• Assist with the performance review cycle and related communications, providing guidance and support to managers and employees throughout the process
• Work closely with HRBPs to draft HR content, training materials, and tools that support evolving business needs and enhance the employee experience
• Create practical resources that help managers and employees navigate HR processes with clarity and confidence
• Serve as a trusted resource to managers and employees for coaching, team dynamics, morale-building, and performance conversations
• Support employee relations activities including PIPs, investigations, and terminations in collaboration with HRBPs
• Update, maintain, and manage segment new hire orientation as well as onboarding and offboarding processes and documents

Compensation, Analytics & Workforce Planning

• Support annual compensation reviews, equity analyses, and level alignment
• Collaborate with Compensation, Payroll, and Finance to ensure timely, accurate changes and reporting
• Analyze HR metrics and employee feedback to uncover trends, recommend program enhancements, and guide business decisions

Strategic Projects & Policy Guidance

• Integrate HR priorities with business objectives by leading or supporting segment-level initiatives and strategic projects
• Manage employee pulse surveys and assist with developing action plans based on results
• Takes initiative to assess current practices and recommend enhancements that drive efficiency, engagement, or alignment with business goals
• Stay up to date on HR policies and employment law, providing guidance to leaders and staff that balances compliance with business needs

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need To Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a professional services, consulting, or fast-paced corporate environment
• Experience supporting performance management, employee relations, and talent development
• Analytical thinker with comfort working in Microsoft Excel and interpreting HR data
• Workday experience is preferred
• Strong communication and coaching skills, with the ability to influence across levels
• A problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovative HR solutions.
• Sound judgment, high discretion, and a team-oriented, solutions-focused approach

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Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

• Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
• Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Potential for flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support
• Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
• Employee wellness platform
• Employee recognition programs
• Paid time off for volunteering in your community
• Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
• Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
• Professional development and certification programs
• Free in-office snacks and drinks
• Free smartphone and cellular plan(if applicable)
• FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
• Upscale offices close to public transportation

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,300 employees located in 34 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.7 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn .

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Compensation Disclosure: Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.

Additional Information

• Exempt or Non-Exempt?: Exempt
• Job Family/Level: Core Operations Level 2 - Tier 2
• Employee Status: Regular

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At FTI Consulting, our goal is to attract, hire, acquire, develop and, most importantly, retain the best and most talentedpeople in the world. As our company continues to grow, we remain focused on building and maintaining a strong cultureof diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a qualifiedindividual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, union affiliation, genetic information, sex, citizenshipstatus, or any other factor prohibited by law.