Senior HR Generalist

West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package (health

Dental, vision, 401(k)

Job summary

Pure Architects is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to manage day-to-day HR functions across the firm and affiliated entities. You will handle payroll, benefits, recruiting, onboarding, records management, leave administration, employee relations, and compliance.

You will collaborate with leadership to foster a JUST, inclusive culture, support performance and development plans, and ensure fair, consistent HR practices across multiple entities in a fast-growing organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required.
• 5+ years of HR experience with full lifecycle HR responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR functions across the organization and affiliated entities.
• Oversee payroll administration, benefits management, recruiting and onboarding.
• Support performance management, employee relations and policy compliance.
• Serve as internal consultant on people issues and contribute to culture building.

Skills

People management

Employee relations

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

Recently recognized by the GR Chamber of Commerce as Small Business of the Year, Pure Architects is a mid-size, but impactful architecture firm focused on empowering people to be healthier, connect more deeply, and live authentically while also improving the planet through high-performing design outcomes. We value agility, inclusivity, and trust, for these ignite our fire, keep us focused, and provide design alignment for our clients and our people. We are a JUST organization constantly improving ourselves and the Firm’s culture of innovation and excellence. We are committed to a sustainable future and to improving the social, economic, and environmental well-being of the communities that we serve.

What You’ll Do

We are looking to add a talented Senior HR Generalist to manage the day-to-day aspects of the HR function of Pure Architects and support the HR needs across other family businesses. This role will work closely with leadership and the Firm operations team and will create a positive, consistent employee experience throughout the employment lifecycle and serves as a primary resource for employees and leadership on HR-related matters. Responsibilities include payroll administration, employee benefits management, recruiting, onboarding, employee records, leave administration, employee relations, compliance, performance support, and offboarding.

In this role, you will:

• Use your bachelor’s degree in HR or related field along with 5+ years of experience to manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle and collaborate with the leadership and Firm operations team to develop and maintain a strong company culture that supports a JUST organization.
• Cultivate an engaging candidate experience by managing the full cycle recruiting process by applying creative talent sourcing ideas, interviewing, extending offers, and facilitating the onboarding process.
• Utilize excellent interpersonal communication skills to work collaboratively with leaders throughout the organization through assisting with the performance management process, compensation adjustments, and employee development plans.
• Establish credibility throughout the organization to be an effective listener and problem solver of people issues by taking time to get to know our employees on a personal level and serve as an internal consultant to other leaders within the organization to lead, advise and mediate employee relations situations and corrective actions to ensure fairness and consistency
• Have a strong attention to detail and understanding of payroll administration and processing to perform payroll activities across multiple entities ensuring compliance with wage and hour laws and addressing payroll inquiries.
• Manage all employee leaves of absences by ensuring compliance with organizational policies and laws by tracking deadlines, paperwork, and assisting employees through proactive communication and service.
• Administer all benefits including enrollments, changes, terminations and processes required documents through payroll and insurance providers to ensure accurate record-keeping and proper deductions.
• Continually evaluate policies and programs to determine any gaps, and remain competitive within the industry including compensation, benefits, diversity, equity and inclusion to ensure applicants and employees of all backgrounds are welcomed, celebrated and can thrive.

What You’ll Get

As a full-time team member, we proudly offer the following benefits:

• Collaborative and highly engaged team environment
• Hybrid and flexible work schedule
• An inclusive environment that is accepting and supportive of everyone
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, and an employee assistance program
• Profit Sharing and bonuses
• Generous paid time off and earned time off
• Phone stipend
• Charitable giving match
• Professional organization memberships
• Continuing education opportunities
• Much, much, more

If you are looking to be part of building a fast-growing organization with a strong foundation, inspiring mission, and core values that strive to uplift our community and positively impact our culture through inclusive, healthy, beautiful, and high-performing design outcomes, submit your application today!

Equal Opportunity Employer // JUST Organization

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