Senior Generalist, Human Resources

About Our Client

The organization operates within the human resources sector, providing specialized HR support across multiple locations. It addresses challenges related to consistent HR practices, employee relations, regulatory compliance, and organizational change in complex, higher-risk jurisdictions. The company supports business growth, acquisitions, and leadership effectiveness through responsive, field-based HR services that strengthen employee engagement and retention.

About the Opportunity

The Senior HR Generalist provides hands-on, field-based HR support to employees and leaders, ensuring timely resolution of HR matters, compliance with employment laws, and effective execution of company initiatives. This role serves as a primary HR partner for field operations while collaborating with the Field HR Operations team and peer HR professionals. The position contributes to reducing escalations and legal risk, supporting acquisition integration, and strengthening leadership and employee outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and resolve employee relations cases, compliance matters, investigations, and related documentation.
• Serve as the first-line HR partner for field operations and provide backup support to peer HR Generalists.
• Provide HR support across multiple territories as business needs require.
• Execute performance management processes and standards with minimal supervision.
• Support acquisition activities, including employee onboarding, transitions, and organizational integration.
• Lead execution of HR initiatives across assigned locations, including open enrollment, wellness events, contests, and merit cycles.
• Manage HR compliance requirements in complex jurisdictions and apply relevant employment regulations.
• Coach and advise leaders on employee relations, performance management, and HR policies.
• Travel up to approximately 25%, including overnight stays, to support field operations.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience with a focus on employee relations, performance management, investigations, and leadership coaching in a field-based or multi-location environment.
• Direct experience applying California employment law.
• Working knowledge of federal and multi-state employment laws across the organization's operating areas.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%, including overnight stays.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms, Microsoft Office, and HR reporting tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience preferred.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Experience supporting acquisitions, organizational change, or private equity-backed, high-growth home services or field operations preferred.