HR Generalist - Recruiting & Planning

You will be part of the Human Resources team responsible for supporting corporate client group functions. In the HR Generalist role, you will provide support for your internal clients and manage projects in support of the broader business. You will build collaborative partnerships with managers and associates by providing outstanding customer service and follow-through. This is a hands‑on, solution‑oriented role that helps drive business results by ensuring our ability to attract, engage, and develop the best talent in retail. You will also act as the data analyst and project coordinator for various HR projects. Provide HR administrative support to your client groups, by being a point of contact regarding benefits, policies and procedures, leaves of absence, and any other HR‑related questions

Advise and coach associates and managers on various HR‑related issues

Act as the primary liaison between associates and other HR centers of excellence functions in order to provide a high level of service

Manage HR Operations: Maintain org charts and associate rosters, accurately and efficiently process associate changes, maintain the budget and forecasting process, schedule meetings, and other ad hoc administrative duties

Provide project management for major Talent programs such as succession planning, performance management, and the internship program

Provide and Analyze HR Metrics: Track and analyze data regarding staffing, retention, turnover, exit interviews, and other information necessary and provide insights for talent discussions

Regularly facilitate New Hire Orientation and conduct onboarding sessions to ensure successful new hire integration

Manage and/or contribute to special projects as needed

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

2-3 years of experience of professional‑level HR experience

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and enjoy analyzing data

Strong technical acumen, including Powerpoint and HRIS (Oracle experience a plus)

Strong communicator, with strong writing and presentation skills

Knowledge of fundamental HR practices including employment law, compensation, hiring, performance management, coaching, and employee relations

This role requires being primarily based and onsite in our San Francisco, CA office Monday through Thursday with a regular onsite cadence at our San Jose, CA office and Friday as optional in the office

A generous discount on all WSI brands

Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer

Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits

Tax‑free commuter benefits

A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

In‑person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

Cross‑brand and cross‑function career opportunities

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H‑1B or other employment‑based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

• Founded in 1956, Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high‑quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully‑designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick‑and‑mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high‑quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi‑brand, multi‑channel, global enterprise supported by state‑of‑the‑art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.