Human Resources Generalist

Applied Systems, Inc., a worldwide leader in insurance technology, is seeking a HR Generalist to join our People Team.

The People Team is responsible for the development, administration and delivery of business solutions and programs related to Applied’s human capital strategy and people practices, including talent acquisition, learning and development, communications and culture, employee relations, benefits, compensation, and operations. The HR Generalist will be responsible for assisting our North American Business Partner Team in providing consulting and support for people and organization development initiatives and services.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the North American People Business Partners in developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives that are aligned with the business’ overall strategy
• Provide support to People Business Partners in various HR-related functions and tasks such as talent acquisition, employee life cycle changes, onboarding and offboarding support, data audits, and status updates
• Work with People team members as needed to complete the People Business Partners’ requests. This may include, for example, submitting and monitoring requests, sending offboarding information, requesting and distributing reports, and following up with North American team members on People Team related topics.
• Create or modify presentations to support the People Business Partners
• Respond to questions from People team members, leaders and/or team members on behalf of People Business Partners
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Assist the employee relations team with performance management documentation, follow up, and record keeping
• Promote a positive and open work environment where team members feel comfortable voicing concerns and contributing new ideas
• Apply HR knowledge to make suggestions and offer solutions

What You’ll Need to Succeed
We’re looking for someone who:

• Can work hybrid from either our Chicago or Frankfort, IL offices

Your experience should include some or all of the following:

• 2+ years if Human Resources experience 
• Working knowledge of several human resource disciplines, including HR operations, talent acquisition, compensation, performance management, employee relations, and federal and state respective employment laws
• Experience with one or more HRIS systems, experience with UKG/UltiPro a plus
• Successful track record of working and thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced and changing environment that is results oriented and collaborative
• Intermediate to advanced MS office skills, with an emphasis on PowerPoint and building dynamic and impactful presentation decks 
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field 
• We proudly support and encourage people with military experience, as well as military spouses, to apply 

Additionally, you may have:

• Experience in a software, tech or consulting firm
• PHR certification

What You’ll Gain

• Benefits from Day One
• Health insurance plans, dental, and vision
• Wellness incentives
• 401(k) and/or RRSP retirement savings plans with employer match
• Work-Life Balance
• Competitive paid vacation time and a free day for your birthday
• Personal/sick time
• Paid holidays
• Flex Time
• Paid parental leave (U.S. candidates)
• Volunteer time off
• Empowering Career Growth and Success – We invest in talent, care about our people and are empowered by the results of our work. We grow our teams from within and give our employees opportunities to advance.

What We Value

We strive for excellence at every turn to be the best at what we do. We invest in talent, care about our people and are empowered by the results of our work. We fulfil the promise of insurance – safeguarding and protecting what matters most in people’s lives. And there is no more important job than that.

Our focus on the workforce, workplace and marketplace gives us a qualified individual in an environment in which they can be productive while we maintain our position in the industry. To help drive that change toward a vibrant, modern workplace, we have employee-driven networks with commonalities in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation and military status.

Who We Are

Applied Systems is the leading global provider of cloud-based software that powers the business of insurance. Recognized as a pioneer in insurance automation and the innovation leader, Applied is the world’s largest agency and brokerage management systems provider, serving customers throughout the United States, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, and the United Kingdom. By automating the insurance lifecycle, Applied’s people and products enable millions of people worldwide to safeguard and protect what matters most.

For 40 years, Applied Systems has led an industry we helped to create with a mission to continuously improve the business of insurance. From partnerships, acquisitions, and insurance innovation initiatives, Applied has focused on efforts to be the indispensable partner in our industry.

It’s an exciting time at Applied. You can do big things here, in an environment that supports creative thinking and bold ideas. Visit http://www.AppliedSystems.com for more information on how you can challenge what’s possible.

EEO Statement 

Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don’t discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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