Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist supports the day-to-day HR operations of a growing biopharmaceutical organization by administering employee lifecycle programs, ensuring compliance with federal and California labor laws, and fostering a positive employee experience. This role is responsible for onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, HR compliance, performance management support, and maintaining accurate employee records. The ideal candidate has experience in a regulated environment and a strong understanding of California employment laws and HR best practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitie

sEmployee Onboardin

• gCoordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding activities, including pre-employment requirements, background checks, drug screenings, and I-9 verification
• .Prepare and issue offer letters, employment agreements, and onboarding documentation
• .Conduct new hire orientation and ensure completion of all required training programs
• .Partner with hiring managers to ensure successful integration of new employees
• .Coordinate system access, equipment requests, and onboarding workflows with IT and Facilities

.Employee Offboardin

• gManage voluntary and involuntary termination processes in compliance with California labor laws
• .Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends to support employee retention initiatives
• .Ensure timely processing of final pay requirements, benefits termination, and system access removal
• .Coordinate return of company property and maintain offboarding records
• .Prepare separation documentation and support reduction-in-force activities as needed

.Employee Relation

• sServe as a primary point of contact for employee questions regarding policies, benefits, and workplace concerns
• .Assist managers with employee performance issues, disciplinary actions, coaching, and conflict resolution
• .Conduct workplace investigations and document findings in accordance with company policies
• .Support initiatives that promote employee engagement, inclusion, and retention

.Compliance & California Labor La

• wMaintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with a strong emphasis on California labor regulations
• .Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, meal and rest break requirements, paid sick leave, leave of absence regulations, and workplace posting requirements
• .Support administration of FMLA, CFRA, ADA, workers' compensation, and other leave programs
• .Assist with internal audits and HR compliance reviews
• .Maintain employee records in accordance with legal retention requirements

.Benefits & HR Administratio

• nAdminister employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans
• .Support annual open enrollment activities and employee education efforts
• .Maintain HRIS records and ensure data accuracy
• .Generate HR reports and metrics related to turnover, headcount, onboarding, and compliance
• .Process personnel changes including promotions, transfers, compensation changes, and organizational updates

.Talent Acquisition Suppor

• tPartner with recruiters and hiring managers throughout the recruitment process
• .Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
• .Participate in workforce planning and talent management initiatives
• .Support employer branding and employee referral programs

.Training & Developmen

• tCoordinate compliance training and employee development programs
• .Track required training completion and maintain records
• .Support performance management and career development initiatives

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Required Qualificatio

• nsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fiel
• d.3–5+ years of Human Resources Generalist experienc
• e.Experience supporting employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding and offboardin
• g.Strong working knowledge of California labor laws and employment regulation
• s.Experience administering leaves of absence, employee relations matters, and workplace investigation
• s.Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suit
• e.Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skill
• s.Ability to handle confidential information with discretio