Hybrid Human Resources Generalist

at Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP

• Job title: Human Resources Generalist
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Human Resources Generalist providing support in payroll, benefits, and data management at TKD in NYC. Collaborating closely with HR team and management for all HR activities.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day activities of the Human Resources department
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS system
• Maintain and update payroll data including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, and deductions in the HRIS
• Collaborate with the Finance team to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Administer employee benefits programs including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and leave policies
• Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing timely and effective support
• Coordinate annual open enrollment, including communications, system updates, and employee assistance
• Ensure benefits records are accurate and updated for new hires, terminations, and qualifying life events
• Manage employee leave programs including FMLA, parental leave, and other statutory or company-sponsored leave policies
• Generate reports from the HRIS as needed
• Maintain and audit employee personnel files and records across HRIS and benefits platforms
• Monitor and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations including ACA, FMLA, COBRA, and wage and hour laws
• Support compliance reporting such as ACA 1095/1094 forms and EEO-1 filings
• Assist with recruitment efforts including posting job openings, screening resumes, and conducting preliminary phone interviews
• Conduct new hire orientation and benefits presentations
• Manage employee data related to onboarding, transfers, status changes, and terminations with discretion and confidentiality

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources experience within a law firm or professional services organization
• Minimum of three years of payroll and benefits administration experience
• Experience with ADP WorkForceNow is preferred
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Ability to analyze and present data in a meaningful way
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organization, analytical and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and follow-through is a must; perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness
• Flexible, positive team player; outstanding customer service orientation and highly responsive
• Ability to handle personnel matters and difficult situations with poise, tact, and to maintain confidentiality at all times and exhibit good judgment and a professional demeanor.
• Recognize and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401K
• Disability
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)