Senior HR Generalist - Compliance & Employee Relations

Start Corporation; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Start Corporation, based in Houma, LA, seeks an experienced HR professional to guide managers and staff on policies, ensure legal compliance, and drive people initiatives. The role emphasizes employee relations, policy development, and confidential record-keeping.

You will partner with the CHRO on investigations, benefits, and performance processes, while maintaining high integrity and professionalism in all HR activities. A relevant degree and HR certifications are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certification preferred.
• 4-6 years of HR experience including employee relations and HR compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS (ADP, Paycom, UKG).

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to managers and staff on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Assist CHRO with investigating employee complaints and concerns; document actions.
• Ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate HR policies and handbooks; maintain confidential records.
• Support performance evaluations by guiding managers through goal setting and feedback.
• Assist with benefits administration including open enrollment and education.
• Coordinate payroll data accuracy with payroll and finance.
• Conduct market research to support fair and competitive compensation.
• Coordinate and track required training and professional development.
• Identify training needs based on goals and performance reviews.
• Process HR transactions including payroll changes and transfers.
• Complete and update monthly driver lists per policy.
• Review monthly voluntary benefit invoices (e.g., Unum Whole Life).
• Attend Board meetings and prepare accurate minutes.
• Complete licensure and credential verification checks for employees.
• Follow up on expiring licenses and certifications for compliance.
• Participate in audits, special projects, and other HR-related duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin

SHRM-CP or PHR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS: ADP/Paycom/UKG

Job description

Start Corporation, based in Houma, LA, seeks an experienced HR professional to guide managers and staff on policies, ensure legal compliance, and drive people initiatives. The role emphasizes employee relations, policy development, and confidential record-keeping.

You will partner with the CHRO on investigations, benefits, and performance processes, while maintaining high integrity and professionalism in all HR activities. A relevant degree and HR certifications are highly valued.