Junior HR Generalist

Position HR Generalist – Associate Level, Buckhead, Atlanta. Hybrid schedule, at least 3 days per week in the local office. The Role We are seeking a highly agile and proactive HR Generalist to join our Global People and Culture Team at World 50 Group. In this versatile role, you will be a critical driver across multiple HR sub‑functional areas, acting as an effective executor who can navigate a fast‑paced environment and work independently without requiring heavy guidance. This role requires a seamless ability to pivot across various HR functions, with particular emphasis on Talent Acquisition. If you are a self‑starter who excels in high‑growth or start‑up environments and has a passion for finding top talent, this is the perfect opportunity to make a tangible impact on our growing team. Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition Full‑Cycle Recruiting: Manage end‑to‑end recruitment process for a variety of roles, from initial intake meetings with hiring managers to offer negotiation and closing. Proactive Sourcing & Pipelining: Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter and other creative sourcing channels to build a robust pipeline of passive and active candidates. Rigorous Candidate Screening: Conduct thorough initial phone screens and behavioral interviews to assess candidates’ core competencies, cultural alignment, and technical fit. Candidate Experience: Serve as a brand ambassador for World 50 Group, ensuring a seamless, communicative, and positive experience for all candidates. Interview Logistics: Oversee complex interview scheduling across multiple time zones and prepare structured interview guides and scorecards for hiring panels. Stakeholder Advising: Partner closely with hiring managers to define role requirements and guide them through best practices for interviewing and selection. HR Operations HRIS & Data Integrity: Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS, process changes such as promotions, title changes, compensation updates, and reporting line shifts. Performance Management Support: Assist in rolling out bi‑annual or annual performance review cycles and ensure managers have the necessary materials. Ad‑Hoc Reporting: Generate and maintain reports on key HR metrics (time‑to‑fill, turnover rates, headcount) to support data‑driven decision making. Benefits & Policy Administration Leave Administration: Manage and track employee leaves of absence such as FMLA, parental leave, or short‑term disability. Compliance: Maintain knowledge of local (Georgia) and federal employment laws to ensure daily HR practices remain compliant. First‑Line Employee Support: Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding day‑to‑day HR policies, workplace procedures, and benefits queries. Benefits & Open Enrollment: Support administration of company health, dental, vision, and retirement plans and assist with the annual Open Enrollment process. Cross‑Functional Agility: Jump seamlessly into various HR tasks, ad‑hoc reporting, and project‑based work as business needs evolve, demonstrating a strong problem‑solving mindset and willingness to tackle any challenge. Key Requirements 2+ years of experience in an HR generalist role with a strong focus on Talent Acquisition. Prior experience in a start‑up or high‑growth environment preferred. Proven track record of delivering exceptional results with meticulous attention to detail. Highly agile and an effective executor who takes accountability and ownership of their work. Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal guidance while remaining a collaborative part of the global team. Strong alignment with World 50 Group’s core values: Stay Ahead, Care Deeply, Make It Better, One & All. #J-18808-Ljbffr