HR Generalist - Employee Relations & Engagement

Human Resources Generalist- Employee Relations & Engagement 

Northeast Orthopaedic Alliance (NOA)
Location: New Hampshire Based (Concord, Bedford, Nashua, Salem)

Position Type: Full-Time | In-Person
Compensation: $65,000–$85,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

Position Summary

Northeast Orthopaedic Alliance (NOA) is seeking an experienced and relationship-focused Human Resources Generalist to support our growing shared services medical private practice environment. This in-person role, based out of our Concord Orthopaedic office, will also require travel to other New Hampshire-based orthopaedic offices as needed. The HR Generalist will work closely with the Vice President of Human Resources to support all New Hampshire divisions of NOA.

The HR Generalist will play a key role in fostering a positive workplace culture, strengthening employee engagement, supporting leadership initiatives, and serving as a trusted HR partner to employees and management teams. This position is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment and enjoys balancing day-to-day employee support with broader organizational initiatives.

In addition, this role will support leadership development efforts across the organization by helping provide training, coaching, and resources designed to strengthen management capabilities, employee communication, and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Serve as a primary HR contact for managers and employees across NH divisions of NOA 
• Support employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion, and a solutions-oriented approach 
• Assist leadership with coaching, conflict resolution, performance management, and employee support 
• Promote consistency in HR practices, policies, and procedures across divisions 
• Support HR compliance initiatives and maintain confidentiality in handling employee matters 

Culture & Employee Engagement

• Partner with leadership to strengthen employee morale, workplace culture, and engagement initiatives 
• Coordinate employee recognition programs, wellness activities, and team-building efforts in collaboration with the NOA HR Team
• Assist with employee engagement surveys and support action planning initiatives 
• Help identify opportunities to improve communication, morale, and team effectiveness across divisions 
• Support retention efforts through employee feedback and leadership collaboration 
• Help create a positive and inclusive employee experience throughout the organization 

Leadership Development & Training

• Coordinate and help facilitate leadership training programs across the organization 
• Partner with leadership teams to strengthen management effectiveness and communication 
• Support the development of supervisors and emerging leaders through coaching and educational initiatives 
• Assist in creating training resources and development opportunities that support employee growth and organizational success 
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and professional development across all levels of the organization 

Leadership & Organizational Support

• Coordinate and participate in leadership meetings and HR-related initiatives 
• Work collaboratively with the VP of HR to support organizational goals and strategic HR priorities 
• Build trusted relationships with physicians, management teams, and employees at all levels 
• Support communication efforts and organizational change initiatives 

HR Operations

• Assist with onboarding, employee transitions, and other HR administrative functions as needed 
• Support recruiting coordination and candidate experience initiatives as needed 
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred 
• 3–5 years of Human Resources experience required 
• Previous experience supporting a shared services environment, healthcare organization, physician practice, or multi-site medical practice strongly preferred 
• Experience facilitating leadership training or employee development initiatives preferred 
• Strong employee relations and interpersonal communication skills 
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with leadership and staff 
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR systems, ADP experience a plus

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be comfortable balancing day-to-day employee relations support with strategic initiatives focused on leadership development, employee retention, and organizational engagement. This candidate is approachable, proactive, and passionate about creating a strong employee experience.

They are confident navigating employee relations matters, collaborating with leadership teams, and helping foster a culture of engagement, accountability, trust, and continuous development across the organization. The successful candidate will have the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization, serve as a trusted resource for employees and management, and contribute to a positive and collaborative workplace culture throughout NOA’s New Hampshire divisions.

We are seeking someone who is hands-on, solutions-oriented, and excited to support a growing healthcare organization through both operational HR support and employee-focused initiatives that strengthen leadership, communication, and workplace culture.

Why Join NOA?

At NOA, we are committed to supporting our employees and creating a collaborative environment where team members can grow and succeed. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workplace culture, leadership development, and employee engagement while supporting a respected healthcare organization dedicated to excellence in patient care and employee experience.