Human Resources Generalist
Legends Global · Brooklyn, NY · 5 days ago
Human Resources$75k/yrFull-time
Key Attributes for Success
- Genuine Passion for Service: Desires to exceed expectations and create exceptional experiences.
- Strong Teamwork Abilities: Enjoys collaborating effectively with colleagues and partners.
- Adaptability: Enjoys handling unexpected challenges with flexibility and composure.
- Effective Communication Skills: Desires to listen attentively and respond empathetically to employees and colleagues.
- Proactive Problem-Solving: Desires to identify and resolve issues creatively and efficiently.
- Meticulous Attention to Detail: Wants to pay close attention to details that contribute to guest satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with leaders to provide day-to-day HR guidance, coaching, and employee relations support.
- Administer HR policies, programs, and practices while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Leads and supports the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring events, onboarding, and workforce planning.
- Facilitate new hire orientation and coordinate employee learning and development initiatives.
- Support employee engagement, recognition, communication, and retention programs.
- Manage leave administration, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and safety-related processes.
- Maintain employee records, I-9 compliance, background checks, and HRIS data integrity.
- Support payroll processes for union and non-union employees, including time-off administration and contractual changes.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, programs, and operational efficiencies.
- Partner across departments to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
- Participate in arena events and maintain a visible HR presence to support employees.
- Develops and manages HR budget.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Highly experienced in supporting employee relations, recruiting, leave administration, and compliance.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Experience working in unionized environments is preferred.
- Strong judgment, professionalism, and ability to handle confidential information.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Comfortable working flexible hours as business needs require.
- Knowledge of federal, state and local employee laws and regulations.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
- Employment Law & Compliance
- HRIS & Workforce Management Systems (Workday preferred)
- Payroll & Leave Administration
- Organizational & Project Management
- Communication & Presentation Skills
- Relationship Building & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Critical Thinking & Continuous Improvement
- Customer Service Mindset
- Microsoft Office Suite, Acrobat proficiency.
- Ability to read, listen and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to alternate sitting, standing and walking for period of time throughout the workday.
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 30-40 lbs.
- Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
- Excellent verbal, written, listening and public relations skills.