Human Resources Business Partner

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid) -Midtown Schedule: Minimum 4 days per week in office Compensation: $75-$100/hr Duration: 9-10 months; may extend Position Overview A growing, fast-paced organization is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to serve as the primary HR Generalist and operational lead during a temporary leadership transition. This role will be responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of human resources activities for a small population. This is a highly visible position that requires a well-rounded HR professional who is comfortable balancing strategic discussions with hands-on execution. The candidate will work closely with executive leadership and managers while providing day-to-day support across recruiting, payroll oversight, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations. Key Responsibilities Mergers & Acquisitions / Organizational Change Support HR-related activities associated with potential mergers, acquisitions, or strategic transactions. Assist with employee communications, workforce data requests, due diligence, organizational integration, and change management initiatives. Partner with leadership to ensure a smooth employee experience during periods of transition. Provide support on workforce planning and organizational assessments related to transaction activity. Human Resources Operations Act as the primary HR contact for employees and managers across the organization. Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. Maintain employee records and support ongoing HR process improvements. Assist with workforce planning and organizational initiatives. Manage full-cycle recruitment for corporate, operations, technology, and business roles. Partner with hiring managers to identify talent needs and develop recruitment strategies. Coordinate interviews, offers, onboarding, and new hire integration. Maintain recruitment activity within the company's HRIS platform. Payroll & Benefits Oversight Oversee payroll and benefits administration in partnership with existing HR team members. Review payroll processing for accuracy and compliance. Support employee benefits programs and serve as a resource for employee questions. Coordinate employee enrollments, changes, and related communications. Employee Relations & Performance Management Advise managers and employees on workplace issues and employee concerns. Assist with performance management processes and employee development initiatives. Support corrective actions, documentation, and employee relations matters as needed. Coach managers on HR best practices and employee engagement. Contractor & Compliance Management Oversee independent contractor administration and related documentation. Support audits, reporting requirements, and compliance initiatives. Ensure HR documentation and employment practices remain current and accurate. HR Projects & Organizational Support Support leadership with special projects and business initiatives. Participate in organizational change efforts and process improvements. Assist with people-related planning and reporting activities. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 5+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience. Strong experience across recruiting, employee relations, HR operations, payroll, and benefits. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Experience supporting a small to mid-sized workforce. Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices. Experience with HRIS systems, preferably BambooHR or similar platforms. Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. #J-18808-Ljbffr