HR Generalist

Overview

Guidepoint’s Human Resources (HR) team drives Guidepoint’s culture and company values of intellectual curiosity, tenacity, integrity, resourcefulness, responsibility, and service.  We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a dynamic HR Generalist to support domestic and global employee populations.

The HR Generalist will be responsible for providing comprehensive HR support in the US, in addition to global initiatives. This role will involve working closely with the Director of Human Resources to ensure HR policies are applied consistently and fairly, and to promote a positive and productive work environment. 

This position is hybrid and requires a minimum of 3 days in the New York City office.

What You'll Do:

• Employee Relations: Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees. Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, performance management, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation. Proactively identify workplace issues, recommend solutions, and drive resolution in alignment with company values and legal requirements. Partner with leadership to support team effectiveness, organizational changes, and workforce planning.
• HR Reporting & Analytics: Maintain HR records and prepare reports on key HR metrics, such as turnover rates, time-to-hire, and employee engagement levels. Use data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Global HR Support: Serve as the primary HR partner for the Canadian office, leading employee relations, onboarding, terminations, and employee engagement events. Act as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and partner with external benefits providers to ensure a seamless and supportive employee experience.
• Employee Engagement: Design, implement, and manage programs that enhance employee engagement. Collaborate with leadership to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that aligns with the company's values and goals.
• Benefits Administration: Assist with the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies. Educate employees on available benefits and handle related inquiries.
• Leave of Absence Management: Own and manage the end-to-end leave of absence process for U.S. and Canadian employees, including FMLA, disability, parental leave, and other applicable programs. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while providing guidance and support to employees and managers throughout the leave lifecycle.
• HR Administration: Assist with the creation of employee profiles in ADP Workforce Now and other websites, conduct background checks and I-9 verification in compliance with E-Verify, process new hire documentation, handle all terminations processing.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Stay updated on changes in labor laws affecting the US.
• Compensation & Payroll: Collaborate with the payroll department to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee compensation. Assist with compensation benchmarking and job evaluations.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Support diversity and inclusion initiatives. Partner with management to foster a culture of respect and equity.

What You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required
• Minimum of 4 years of HR experience and 3 years of relevant HR Generalist experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of independence.
• Passion for innovative HR solutions and process improvement
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think critically and strategically
• Adept at building relationships
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer: 

The annual base salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000. Additionally, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.

You will also be eligible for the following benefits:

• 15 PTO days, 10 legal holidays, and sick days
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Will match up to 10% of employee contribution for 401(k), life insurance, paid time-off and parental leave plans
• Commuter benefits and a corporate gym rate
• Development opportunities through the LinkedIn Learning platform
• Free snacks and beverages in the office
• Friday happy hour and “Summer Fridays”
• Year-round corporate athletic league
• Casual work environment, team building, and other social events

About Guidepoint: 

Guidepoint is a leading research enablement platform designed to advance understanding and empower our clients’ decision-making process. Powered by innovative technology, real-time data, and hard-to-source expertise, we help our clients to turn answers into action. 

Backed by a network of nearly 1.75 million experts and Guidepoint’s 1,600 employees worldwide, we inform leading organizations’ research by delivering on-demand intelligence and research on request. With Guidepoint, companies and investors can better navigate the abundance of information available today, making it both more useful and more powerful. 

At Guidepoint, our success relies on the diversity of our employees, advisors, and client base, which allows us to create connections that offer a wealth of perspectives. We are committed to upholding policies that contribute to an equitable and welcoming environment for our community, regardless of background, identity, or experience. 

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