Human Resource Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

About Our Client

Our client, established in 1999, is dedicated to helping the injured in and around Chicago and Indiana. With four offices, they specialize in various areas of personal injury law.

Over the years, our client has built a solid reputation and enjoyed significant growth. They are committed to the community and enthusiastically support the charitable causes important to their employees.

The work environment is supportive, transparent, and team-oriented, encouraging employees to excel both personally and professionally.

Though professional and serious about their work, the team is approachable and dedicated to helping real people.

Position : Human Resources Generalist

Are you ready to join an established and busy personal injury law firm? This isn’t just another job ad. This is your chance to work with a firm that uses cutting-edge technology and provides exceptional legal work and customer service to injured individuals.

If you're intrigued, keep reading. We are seeking a skilled and experienced HR Generalist to join our client's plaintiff personal injury law firm.

You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of human resources functions. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of relevant HR experience, an understanding of HR best practices, and a commitment to maintaining a positive and productive work environment for the staff.

We also welcome candidates with 3-5 years of experience in lower capacity roles, such as HR coordinator.

Location :

This position can be based out of either of our client's Chicago offices but will involve visiting both.

Responsibilities :

Recruitment and Onboarding :

• Assist in the recruitment process by posting job openings, reviewing resumes, and conducting initial screenings.
• Coordinate interviews and communicate with candidates to schedule interviews and provide relevant information.
• Conduct new hire orientations and facilitate the onboarding process, ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed.

Employee Relations :

• Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related inquiries, benefits, policies, and procedures.
• Contribute to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment through employee engagement initiatives.

HR Administration :

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, both electronically and in physical files.
• Prepare and distribute HR-related documents, including employment contracts, offer letters, and performance evaluation forms.

Benefits and Compensation :

• Support benefits administration by assisting employees with enrollment, changes, and inquiries related to health, dental, retirement, and other benefits.
• Assist in the annual compensation review process by gathering data and preparing relevant reports.

Compliance and Policies :

• Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Participate in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.

Performance Management :

• Assist in the performance management process by tracking performance reviews and providing support to managers.
• Help monitor and document employee performance and progress.

Employee Offboarding :

Manage the offboarding process, including exit interviews and necessary paperwork.

Special Projects :

Contribute to HR-related projects and initiatives aimed at improving overall HR processes and the employee experience.

Qualifications :

• 2-3 years of experience in an HR generalist capacity
• Understanding of HR principles, practices, and legal regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Paylocity is a plus; Microsoft Office Suite experience is a must
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations

Important Characteristics :

• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Strong work ethic
• Self-motivated
• Eager to learn
• Positive attitude about work, life, and the world

Benefits :

• Health and dental insurance
• 401k plan
• Profit sharing
• Discretionary compensation increases and bonuses
• Paid time off and sick time
• Unlimited paid time off for attorneys
• 8 paid holidays plus vacation time for team members
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability benefits, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• Optional vision benefits and voluntary life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance for spouses and / or children

Apply Now :

If you want to work at a firm that does it right and will continue to thrive in the future, send your resume and a paragraph describing why you feel you would be a good fit for this position.

Compensation based on experience. Our client is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : From $70,000.00 per year

Schedule :

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift

Experience :

• Recruiting : 1 year (Required)
• Human resources : 3 years (Required)

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60606