Strategic HR Generalist: Employee Relations & Compliance

Hapag-Lloyd AG; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hapag-Lloyd AG in Atlanta, GA seeks a Human Resources Generalist to develop and execute HR practices supporting daily operations across business units. You will partner with HR functions to deliver service and advance strategic HR initiatives.

Responsibilities include administering payroll-related tasks, managing employee relations and benefits, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, organizing new hire orientations, and supporting performance management and training programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum 4–5 years of experience in Employee Relations involving US Labor law and Compliance.
• Experience managing 200+ FTE preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing HRIS, building reports and processing employee data.
• Knowledge of local (Georgia) and federal labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Administer HR activities including employee and labor relations, benefits, compliance, health & safety, and training & development.
• Create, update, and apply all HR policies and company guidelines to adhere to standards and laws.
• Track and document compliance with mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments including safety and anti-harassment training.
• Support payroll tasks ensuring timecards are approved and payroll is accurate.
• Administer HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave, discipline, investigations, and performance management.
• Handle employment inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, escalating sensitive matters as needed.
• Attend and participate in disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Organize and conduct New Hire Orientation to welcome new team members to our values and practices.
• Assist with timely performance evaluations.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and review policies accordingly.
• Keep knowledge up-to-date on HR trends, regulatory changes, and technologies.

Skills

Empathetic & patient

Detail oriented

Strong communication

Independent

Business acumen

Planning & execution

Initiative

Microsoft Office

Labor laws knowledge (GA & US)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Admin or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll system

Reporting tools

Job description

Hapag-Lloyd AG in Atlanta, GA seeks a Human Resources Generalist to develop and execute HR practices supporting daily operations across business units. You will partner with HR functions to deliver service and advance strategic HR initiatives.

Responsibilities include administering payroll-related tasks, managing employee relations and benefits, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, organizing new hire orientations, and supporting performance management and training programs.