Senior HR Generalist (On-site)

Vaco; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to support a broad range of HR functions onsite. The role covers employee relations, policy administration, performance management, compliance, benefits, and daily HR operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of HR experience, a bachelor’s degree, strong knowledge of employment laws, HRIS and payroll familiarity, and the ability to balance strategic work with hands-on execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience in a generalist or HRBP role.
• Experience handling employee relations and policy interpretation.
• Knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Experience administering HR policies, benefits, and leave programs.
• Comfort with HR data, records, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for employee relations matters and policy interpretation.
• Partner with managers on performance issues and corrective actions.
• Administer and maintain HR policies, handbooks, and documentation.
• Support performance management processes and employee development initiatives.
• Oversee onboarding/offboarding and ensure consistent employee experience.
• Assist with benefits administration and open enrollment.
• Maintain HRIS data and coordinate with payroll.
• Ensure compliance with laws and audits, and coordinate leave programs.
• Analyze HR data and prepare turnover/engagement reports.
• Identify process improvements in HR operations.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and internal communications.
• Contribute to HR projects and organizational changes.

Skills

Employee relations

HR policy administration

Performance management

Compliance

Benefits administration

HRIS

Payroll coordination

Communication

Data confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior HR Generalist

Birmingham, AL | Full-Time | On-site

$75,000-$95,000

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior HR Generalist to support a broad range of human resources functions and serve as a trusted resource for employees and leadership. This individual will play a key role in employee relations, HR policy administration, performance management, compliance, benefits, and day-to-day HR operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who can balance strategic initiatives with daily responsibilities, exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive matters, and help foster a positive, compliant, and productive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
• Partner with managers and leadership to address performance issues, disciplinary actions, employee coaching, and corrective action plans.
• Administer and maintain HR policies, procedures, employee handbooks, and related documentation.
• Support performance management processes, including annual reviews, goal setting, performance improvement plans, and employee development initiatives.
• Oversee employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring accurate documentation and a consistent employee experience.
• Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, employee inquiries, and coordination with benefits providers.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Support payroll administration by reviewing employee changes, addressing discrepancies, and coordinating with payroll as needed.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and assist with required reporting and audits.
• Coordinate leave administration, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other applicable leave programs.
• Analyze HR data and prepare reports related to turnover, employee engagement, retention, and other workforce metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, documentation, and operational efficiency.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives, internal communications, and workplace culture programs.
• Support organizational changes, HR projects, and other initiatives as business needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in a generalist or HR business partner capacity.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and employee relations principles.
• Experience administering HR policies, benefits, leave programs, performance management, and employee records.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize competing responsibilities, and manage multiple projects.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret policies and apply them consistently.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be approachable, organized, and solutions-oriented, with the confidence to advise managers and navigate sensitive employee situations. They will bring a strong working knowledge of HR operations, a proactive mindset, and the ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join an organization where you can make a meaningful impact across the employee experience, partner closely with leadership, and contribute to the continued development and effectiveness of the HR function.