Human Resources Generalist (Fashion)

Client Overview

Our client is a global luxury fashion brand.

Role Overview: The HR Generalist will provide day-to-day HR support for U.S. corporate and retail operations, working closely with the HR Manager and leadership team. This position will oversee a broad range of HR activities, including employee relations, compliance, performance management, training, payroll coordination, compensation support, onboarding, and workplace health and safety.

HR Generalist Responsibilities:

• Support the HR Manager and U.S. leadership team with the execution of HR initiatives and day-to-day people operations.
• Ensure HR policies and practices remain aligned with federal, state, and local employment requirements.
• Monitor changes in employment legislation, workplace regulations, and HR best practices.
• Provide guidance to managers on performance management, employee development, feedback, and disciplinary matters.
• Address employee relations concerns and assist with investigations, documentation, and appropriate resolutions.
• Partner with management and HR leadership on sensitive employee matters and escalations.
• Support payroll activities and coordinate with payroll partners to ensure accurate and compliant processes.
• Assist with annual performance reviews, compensation reviews, and related HR processes.
• Support compensation analysis and contribute to competitive pay and incentive initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding, induction, offboarding, and employee access requirements with relevant internal teams.
• Organize mandatory and compliance-related training programs and maintain employee training records.
• Communicate HR policies, procedures, and updates to employees and managers.
• Support workplace health and safety programs across corporate and retail locations.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims and track workplace injuries, hazards, and illnesses in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Promote adherence to workplace safety procedures and encourage a safe working environment.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback to leadership to support employee retention.
• Assist with HR-related projects and initiatives led by HR leadership.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation.

HR Generalist Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or similar HR role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws, HR compliance, and workplace regulations.
• Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, training, and HR operations.
• Experience in the fashion, retail, or consumer-facing industry is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, managers, and senior leadership.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and HR/payroll systems.
• Spanish-speaking ability required.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated integrity, accountability, and a results-oriented approach.