Full-Time HR Generalist

Newsela is seeking an HR Generalist to join our People team. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience as an HR Generalist. This position reports to the VP of People and will play a critical role ensuring key processes along the employee lifecycle are running smoothly. This role will work across the people team to help manage onboarding & offboarding, performance management and employee experience.

What you’ll be doing:

• Oversee and enhance onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Partner with the VP of People to evaluate and implement scalable HR processes.
• Collaborate on the development and maintenance of Employee Handbook and other policies.
• Manage the international contractor workforce employee lifecycle.
• Organize the performance management process.
• Help drive initiatives to improve employee engagement, recognition, and retention.
• Collaborate with the team to support workforce planning and organizational development.
• Manage the DEIB Council to drive culture, support, and learning & development initiatives.
• Serve as a central point for HR-related communications.
• Coordinate and facilitate company-wide all-hands.
• Gather feedback and insights from employees post-communications or events.
• Provide backup and support to Business Partners and Talent Acquisition.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and internal policies.

Why you’re a great fit:

• A broad view of HR, including employee relations and hiring, gained through 5+ years of HR experience.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Bias to act and drive toward completion
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices across the U.S.

Preferred:

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP)
• Experience with tools: UKG, Greenhouse, Rippling, and Jira
• Experience working in a start up or SaaS environment
• Experience with near and offshore talent

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