Job Overview – HR Generalist (Payroll & Benefits):
Compensation: $115,000 – $145,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)
Join our client in New York, NY as an HR Generalist (Payroll & Benefits), managing payroll administration, benefits programs, employee onboarding, and HR compliance. In this role, you will collaborate with HR leadership and employees across multiple locations, gaining hands-on experience in payroll, benefits, immigration, and employee relations while supporting process improvements and strengthening company culture.
Responsibilities as the HR Generalist (Payroll & Benefits):
- Payroll & Benefits: Manage biweekly payroll processing and oversee benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, renewals, and employee inquiries.
- Immigration & Mobility: Coordinate immigration and visa processes with external counsel, track expiration dates, and manage timely renewals.
- Employee Lifecycle: Lead onboarding, background checks, documentation, and orientation, and support terminations in compliance with policies and regulations.
- Employee Relations: Serve as the primary contact for HR inquiries and partner with leadership on employee relations and policy matters.
- Projects & Compliance: Support performance reviews, compensation cycles, compliance training, and contribute to HR reporting and process improvements.
Qualifications for the HR Generalist (Payroll & Benefits):
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
- Experience: 4-8 years of human resources experience required, preferably in financial services.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with HRIS systems and payroll/benefits platforms.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of HR practices across payroll, benefits, and immigration.
- Skills & Attributes: Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.