Staff Consultant - HR Generalist (Employee Relations)

Nagarro; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard Benefits

Job summary

Nagarro is seeking an HR Generalist in New York to support the full employee lifecycle and partner with business leaders. Ideal candidates should have over 6 years of progressive HR experience, a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, and in-depth HR knowledge. The role involves managing employee relations, driving engagement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. This position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary range of $90,000 - $110,000, including bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting leaders across multiple HR disciplines.
• In-depth knowledge of HR policies and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end employee lifecycle processes.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives.
• Manage employee relations matters and ensure compliance.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Talent development

Organizational change

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Advanced degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR)

Job description

Company Description

We are a Digital Product Engineering company that is scaling in a big way! We build products, services, and experiences that inspire, excite, and delight. We work at scale — across all devices and digital mediums, and our people exist everywhere in the world (18000+ experts across 28 countries, to be exact). Our work culture is dynamic and non-hierarchical. We are looking for great new colleagues. That is where you come in!

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and people‑centric HR Generalist to support the full employee lifecycle and partner closely with business leaders to drive a high‑performing, engaged workforce.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, ensuring the effective delivery of HR programs while maintaining compliance with company policies and employment regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong HR generalist experience, sound judgment in employee relations, and the ability to translate people insights into actionable recommendations that support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, performance management, career development, and offboarding.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and support culture‑building programs.
• Manage employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance issues, and disciplinary actions, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor laws.
• Partner with COEs (Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits) to deliver HR programs effectively.
• Provide HR insights and data to leadership to support informed decision‑making.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, processes, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a closely related field. An advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., SHRM‑CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 6+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, with a strong background as a senior HR generalist role. Demonstrated experience supporting leaders and employees across multiple HR disciplines, including employee relations, performance management, talent development, and organizational change.
• HR Knowledge & Expertise: In‑depth knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to interpret and apply local, state, and federal labor laws, ensure compliance, and recommend best practices aligned with business objectives.
• Business Partnership Skills: Strong capability to act as a trusted advisor to management by aligning HR strategies with organizational goals, using data‑driven insights, and influencing decision‑making at multiple levels.
• Communication & Problem‑Solving: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict‑resolution skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and complex employee issues with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.

Additional Information

• Location: Nagarro New York City office
• Working Model: Hybrid (2-3 days in‑office per week or as per business needs)
• Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 Gross (includes base + bonuses) depending on skills and years of experience + Standard Benefits

Disclaimer

Nagarro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or marital status.