HR Generalist

The role

The HR Generalist supports and manages functions throughout the employee lifecycle. This includes compliance, onboarding, performance management, and the employee experience.

What you will do

• Oversee the onboarding process from hire through the introductory period.
• Coordinate orientation, documentation, communications, and integration activities.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Conduct periodic audits to address compliance gaps.
• Oversee the agency's performance evaluation process.
• Establish timelines and monitor completion of evaluations.
• Provide guidance and resources to managers regarding performance management.
• Maintain employee information within the UKG HRIS system.
• Partner with Recruitment, Payroll, Benefits, and other HR team members.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Management, or a related field
• At least two years related experience
• At least one year of experience coordinating and/or supporting onboarding activities or performing related human resources functions
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate sound judgment and effective, solution focused, problem solving skills
• Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with staff, co-workers and supervisor
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with periods of high stress

Benefits

• Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with employer match
• Discounted fitness services
• Access to trusted childcare resources
• 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Ongoing training
• Career advancement programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Leadership development

Before you apply

• Applicants must be local and able to commute to Lexington, MA

About the company

Eliot is a mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. They foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued.