What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at Kozusko Harris Duncan?
Company Description
Kozusko Harris Vetter Wareh Duncan LLP is a private client Trusts & Estates law firm specializing in providing tailored legal counsel to highly successful individuals, families, and their enterprises. We offer expertise in domestic and international private client matters, including tax planning, trusts and estates, family offices, significant business transactions, and philanthropy. Our firm is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and legal solutions to meet the unique needs of our diverse clientele. We are committed to building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and understanding.
About the Role
Our New York office is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support the firm’s people operations across recruiting, employee relations, onboarding, performance management, benefits administration, and HR compliance. This role will partner closely with firm leadership to support a positive, high-performing workplace culture and deliver exceptional employee experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Support full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
- Serve as a resource for employee relations matters and HR policy guidance
- Administer benefits, leave management, and HRIS data maintenance
- Assist with performance management, training, and employee development initiatives
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and firm policies
- Support HR programs, reporting, and day-to-day people operations
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of Human Resources experience in a corporate, professional services, or law firm environment
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and employee relations
- Experience supporting recruiting, benefits administration, and HR operations
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
- Bachelor’s degree required; HR certification (PHR/SHRM-CP) a plus
Job Type: Full-time, Monday through Friday (9:00 am to 5:00 pm)
Pay: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Ability to Commute: New York, NY 10022 (Required)
To apply for this role, please email Karen at KPHR@kozlaw.com.
Kozusko Harris Duncan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000