People Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

About ETS: ETS is a global education and talent solutions organization enabling lifelong learners worldwide to be future-ready. For more than 75 years, we've been advancing the science of measurement to build benchmarks for fair and valid skill assessment across cultures and borders. Our worldwide impact extends through our renowned assessments including TOEFL®, TOEIC®, GRE® and Praxis® tests, serving millions of learners in more than 200 countries and territories. Through strategic acquisitions, we've expanded our global capabilities: PSI strengthens our workforce assessment solutions, while Edusoft, Kira Talent, Pipplet, Vericant, and Wheebox enhance our educational technology and assessment platforms across critical markets worldwide.

Through ETS Research Institute and ETS Solutions, we're partnering with educational institutions, governments, and organizations globally to promote skill proficiency, empower upward mobility, and unlock opportunities for everyone, everywhere. With offices and partners across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas, we deliver nearly 50 million tests annually. Join us in our journey of measuring progress to power human progress worldwide.

POSITION SUMMARY

The People Generalist is a key member of the People Team, responsible for delivering high-quality, consistent, and efficient operational HR support across the employee lifecycle. Reporting to the People Operations Manager, this role partners closely with People Business Partners and other People Team colleagues to ensure the smooth execution of core People processes, compliance with policies and regulations, and an excellent employee experience. The People Generalist provides hands-on support across all operational areas of the employee lifecycle, as well as administrative support as needed.

This role supports the rollout and coordination of key People Team initiatives across ETS, contributing to continuous improvement efforts focused on increasing efficiency and streamlining processes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver day-to-day People operations (onboarding, offboarding, employee data management, HRIS administration, compliance), ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and collaboration with the wider People Team, and relevant subject matter experts.  
• Act as a first point of contact for employee queries, providing guidance on People policies, processes, and systems, escalating complex issues as needed.  
• Support People Business Partners with operational delivery, including employee relations coordination, performance management, engagement initiatives, and process alignment.  
• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation in line with data privacy and compliance requirements; assist with HR reports, analytics, and dashboards, partnering with HRIS and Total Rewards as needed.  
• Coordinate and support the administration of benefits, payroll, and other employee programs, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders as needed. 
• Coordinate with third-party vendors, insurance partners, and government agencies to manage employee-related claims processes (e.g., unemployment and workers' compensation), ensuring accurate documentation, timely responses, and compliance with applicable regulations. 
• Support the implementation and communication of People policies, procedures, and initiatives; participate in continuous improvement of People processes and employee experience.  
• Provide administrative support for HR projects, audits, compliance activities, and the organization of People Team events, training, and meetings.  
• Foster a culture of self-service by maintaining and updating People Team resources (e.g., intranet content, process documentation, FAQs) and partnering with Internal Communications when necessaryto ensure clear, accurate information for employees. 
• Partner with stakeholder groups (e.g., IT, Finance, Marketing) to ensure People Team processes are effective, on brand, and aligned.  
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, regulatory standards, and agreed SLAs for People Operations.  
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, supporting ad hoc requests and administration or coordination as directed by the People Consulting or Operations group. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Basic understanding of financial concepts (e.g., budgets, cost drivers) to support People-related administration and queries.  
• Awareness of business context and priorities to help align day-to-day People practices with team needs.  
• Ability to accurately handle People data, maintain records, and assist with basic reporting.  
• Recognizes issues or patterns in employee or team challenges and knows when to escalate for resolution.  
• Developing commercial awareness and understanding of how the People Team supports business operations.  
• Works collaboratively with colleagues across the People Team and other departments to deliver effective service.  
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills; able to manage multiple tasks and respond to urgent needs.  
• Practical problem-solving skills; able to suggest solutions to routine people-related challenges. 
• Demonstrates initiative by using available information, tools and resources to respond to and resolve employee queries, seeking guidance when necessary, rather than waiting for direct instruction.  
• Builds positive relationships with managers and employees, providing responsive and helpful support.  
• Looks for opportunities to improve People Team processes and employee experience through feedback and observation.  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• 3+ years of experience in an HR, People Operations, or administrative role, ideally within a global or matrixed organization; exposure to HR systems and data management preferred. 
• Experience supporting employee relations processes, such as handling queries, assisting with investigations, and supporting policy application. 
• Working knowledge of US federal and state employment law and HR compliance requirements; familiarity with multi-state employment considerations preferred. 
• Exposure to working with international teams is a plus; occasional support for colleagues in Europe or Asia-Pacific may be required. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels. 
• Experience supporting or coordinating with HR centers of excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, HR Operations, HRIS, Learning & Development). 
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP 

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ETS is mission driven and action oriented

• We are passionate about hiring innovative thinkers who believe in the promise of education and lifelong learning.
• We are energized by cultivating growth, innovation, and continuous transformation for the next generation of rising professionals as leaders.  In support of this ETS offers multiple Business Resource Groups (BRG) for you to learn and advance your career growth!
• As a not-for-profit organization we will encourage you to lean in to your passion for volunteering.  At ETS you may qualify for up to an additional 8 hours of PTO for volunteer work on causes that are important to you!
• The base salary range advertised represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for this position. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base pay is only one aspect of the Total Rewards Package that will be offered to the successful candidate.

ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in creating a work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.