Human Resources Generalist

About the Opportunity Roessel Joy, a Boston-based staffing firm, is partnering with an established and growing organization in the Greater Boston area to hire an HR Generalist. This is a visible, hands‑on role for an HR professional who enjoys supporting employees at every level and wants to work closely with leadership. The client's identity is confidential and will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. Position Overview The HR Generalist is a trusted partner to managers and employees and supports the full range of HR activities, from hiring and onboarding to employee relations and compliance. This person brings strong judgment, keeps accurate records, and handles sensitive matters with discretion. Key Responsibilities Employee support: Act as the first point of contact for employee and manager questions on HR policies, benefits, leave and day-to-day needs Talent acquisition: Support recruiting by posting roles, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, coordinating offers and running background checks Onboarding and offboarding: Manage new hire paperwork, I-9 and E-Verify compliance, orientation and exit processes Benefits and payroll: Administer open enrollment, benefit changes, leaves of absence and payroll updates, and resolve discrepancies Employee relations: Help address workplace concerns, document investigations and support performance management Compliance: Help keep the organization aligned with federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA and wage and hour requirements HRIS and reporting: Maintain employee records and personnel files in the HRIS, and prepare HR metrics and reports HR projects: Contribute to policy updates, engagement initiatives, training and process improvements Qualifications 3+ years of progressive HR generalist, HR coordinator or similar experience Working knowledge of federal and state employment law Hands‑on experience with an HRIS or payroll platform (ADP, Paylocity, UKG, Dayforce or similar) Strong written and verbal communication, with a service‑oriented approach Sound judgment and strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information Strong organization, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel Bachelor's degree in HR, business or a related field preferred SHRM-CP, PHR or similar certification is a plus Why This Role A high‑visibility position with direct exposure to leadership Broad, varied work across the whole employee lifecycle A strong foundation for growth in HR Dedicated support from a Roessel Joy recruiter, from first call through offer #J-18808-Ljbffr Roessel Joy