Human Resources Generalist

Boutique fragrance house based in Somerset, NJ seeks an experienced Human Resource Generalist. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years’ established experience in Human Resources.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Human Resources Generalist to join our dynamic organization. In this pivotal role, you will oversee a broad spectrum of HR functions, acting as a critical bridge between employees and management to ensure operational efficiency, compliance, and a positive company culture. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of human resources management practices and demonstrate exceptional communication skills to foster a positive workplace environment. Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to organizational growth through strategic planning, talent acquisition, and workforce development initiatives.

Duties/Skills:

HR Management Support

• Contribute to implementing human resource strategies and programs.
• In conjunction with and under the general direction of HR Management development, manage and/or administer the organization’s compensation, recruitment, training, organization development, and employee relations programs.
• Provide people management consultation and administration including annual compensation reviews, performance reviews, benefits and payroll enquiries.
• Provide support across all HR operational processes, ensuring quality, effectiveness and compliance with legislation.
• Use relevant information, data and reports to recommend policy and process improvements.
• Participate in or support the implementation of Corporate and Site initiatives or projects.
• Provide monthly reports to Finance as needed and across organizational departments
• Strong employment law knowledge, insure compliance with employment laws (e.g. FMLA, ADA, FLSA).

HR Processes

• Help develop and promote feedback mechanisms for employees to influence the continuous improvement of HR services and processes.
• Contribute to defining clear roles and responsibilities and streamlined internal HR processes.
• Support effective and proactive use of people management practices and systems and provide value added reporting enabling managers to make more effective, fact-based and timely decisions.
• Manual Onboarding of new hires in collaboration with the payroll/benefits specialist for system onboarding
• Coordinate and conduct recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of new employees in conjunction with department heads.
• Maintain job descriptions and incentive program as applicable
• Manage and coordinate employee performance evaluation process.
• Perform compensation analysis as needed.
• Serve as designated point of contact for company-wide communications.
• Maintain employee handbook.
• Serve as administrator of company policies.
• Oversee employee time off tracking system, including leaves of absence.
• Ensure SEDEX audit compliance in conjunction with Safety/Facilities colleagues
• Ensure Workmen Compensation in conjunction with EHS incident reporting

Employee Relations

• Provide advice to managers and employees on employee relations matters including performance management, career development, disciplinary actions and organizational decisions.
• Consults with the business on Employee Relation issues and ensure key HR business processes are implemented effectively (e.g. performance management, annual compensation reviews, learning and development).
• Participate in meetings and Employee Representative groups e.g. Health & Safety Committees where applicable.
• Handle employee relations issues with tact and professionalism, employing conflict management techniques when necessary.

Legal & Compliance

• Provide interpretation and guidance on human resources policies and employment law.
• Ensure organizational compliance with employment law and implementation of new legal requirements.
• Ensure organizational compliance on matters of occupational health; in collaboration with the occupational health department and local management team provide support on employee’s medical issues/restrictions.
• Inform and advise managers and staff about relevant legislation, employee relations policies and practices.
• Ensure compliance with employment & labor law, OSHA standards, and workers' compensation regulations through diligent policy enforcement.

Skills

• Strong understanding of employment & labor law, OSHA regulations, and workers' compensation procedures.
• Proven experience in talent acquisition, recruiting strategies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with performance management systems and training & development best practices.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining accuracy in data entry tasks.
• Knowledge of payroll systems such as ADP Total Source/Workforce Now for payroll/benefits administration support.
• Strong organizational skills complemented by administrative experience in HR functions.

Pay: $102,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $102,000 - $125,000