Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Our not-so-secret sauce.

Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn't happen overnight. It's a result of hard work by extraordinary people. More than 11,000 of the industry's brightest talent drive our efforts to deliver purposeful work and meaningful impact every day. Learn more about what makes us different and how you can thrive as an Human Resources Generalist at Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA).

MMA provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With 200 offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world's leading professional services firm, Marsh (NYSE: MRSH).

Applicants must be within driving distance to our Alpharetta, GA office to be considered for this role and have the ability to commute to the office a minimum of three days per week.

A day in the life.

As an Human Resources Generalist, you will:

Employee Relations

• Colleague liaison for minor HR matters on a variety of HR topics including policy guidance and interpretation, compensation, benefits and other related HR issues, and escalating concerns to appropriate HR counterparts.
• Provide administrative support and documentation collection related to day-to-day performance guidance to management (including coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Create performance coaching plans with oversight from HR Business Partners and provide administrative support to managers to implement a successful coaching plan.
• Learn and maintain working knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the Employee Relations department as needed/required.
• Visit site locations as needed to build relationships with leaders and employees.

Workforce Strategy, Planning and Development

• Cross-train with payroll and benefit coordinator job duties.
• Learn the industry and business needs to support developmental solutions and training needs.
• Work closely with colleagues to assist in HRBP strategies relating to work relationships, morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Participate in developing and implementing HR strategies and activities that foster growth, culture, innovation, and organizational effectiveness.
• Assist with the performance review process, HRBP administrative support, and communication strategies to ensure goal setting and formalized feedback are completed for all colleagues on a timely basis.
• Assist with the implementation of a sustainable colleague engagement strategy. Compiles data for presentation and communication to leaders and HR team members on employee engagement survey recommendations and actions.
• Assist in the successful execution of projects allowing the organization to achieve strategic business goals and operational objectives.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to promote diversity awareness in hiring practices.
• Cultivate a positive work environment to enable a motivated, engaged workforce and helps to optimize colleague retention through effective, proactive human resource programs and communications.
• Build colleague trust through open communication, transparency, and HRBP support.
• Perform additional responsibilities pertaining to this position as necessary.

Our future colleague.

We'd love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills:

• 2 or more years of HR experience working across the portfolio of HR disciplines.
• Well-established planning and organizational skills; able to multi-task.
• Intellectual rigor with room for growth.
• Strong analytical skills and numeracy.
• Personal credibility, discretion, integrity and maturity.
• Ability to effectively build relationships in a matrix environment.
• Effective at administrative support and delivering impactful results in an environment with shifting priorities, demands and timelines.
• Ability to react to changes promptly/efficiently and demonstrate flexibility.
• Adept at conducting research leveraging multiple sources and methods.
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, customer service skills and interpersonal skills.
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Workday is a plus.
• A shared commitment to company values; Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Innovation, Accountability
• PHR, or SHRM-CP preferred

We know there are excellent candidates who might not check all of these boxes. Don't be shy. If you're close, we'd be very interested in meeting you.

Valuable benefits.

We value and respect the impact our colleagues make every day both inside and outside our organization. We've built a culture that promotes colleague well-being through robust benefit programs and resources, encourages professional and personal development, and celebrates opportunities to pursue the projects and causes that give colleagues fulfilment outside of work.

Some benefits included in this role are:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401K and company match program
• Company-paid life and disability
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Volunteer paid time off (VTO)
• Career mobility
• Employee networking groups
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Charitable contribution match programs
• Stock purchase opportunities

Who you are is who we are.

We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. We are always seeking those with ethics, talent, and ambition who are interested in joining our client-focused teams.

Marsh McLennan and its affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.

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