HR Generalist
No salary listed
Junior, Mid
Bachelor's
Brooklyn, NY, USA
In PersonFull-time, 100% on-site at HQ in Williamsburg, Brooklyn; regular store visits within the NYC market.
People & HRHR Generalist & Employee Relations
About the job
Requirements
- Two to five years of human resources experience, including familiarity with basic employment law such as Equal Employment Opportunity, Fair Labor Standards Act, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
- Working knowledge of employment laws and human resources best practices.
- Experience working at a scaling or fast-growing company, or at a large-scale company with experience crafting scalable and consistent processes.
- Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with human resources information systems and Google Suite or comparable tools.
- Ability to build effective relationships with employees and managers at all levels.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs or special projects.
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a first-level human resources resource for store leadership teams and retail employees, providing guidance on workplace concerns, policies, and procedures.
- Serve as an intake point and administrative facilitator for store-level employee concerns, conduct initial fact-finding, and partner with human resources leadership on resolutions.
- Manage documentation related to employee performance, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.
- Act as the initial point of contact for employee questions about time and attendance, disciplinary actions, and performance plans.
- Manage day-to-day human resources operations and provide guidance to employees and managers on human resources policies, procedures, and workplace practices.
- Conduct regular store visits within the New York City market to build relationships with employees and maintain a human resources presence in retail locations.
- Coordinate the new-hire onboarding process for retail employees with hiring managers and the Human Resources Operations team, ensuring timely entry into Workday and processing information technology requests.
- Verify compliance and integrity of new-hire documentation, including I-9s, wage acknowledgement forms, and employment eligibility documentation.
- Create, train, and present human resources compliance and standard operating procedure materials for retail new-hire onboardings in partnership with Retail Onboarding Partners, as needed.
- Partner with Human Resources Business Partners and Human Resources Operations to ensure timely and accurate submission of new-hire and termination details, including onboarding paperwork, information technology offboarding, and final paychecks where applicable.
- Support human resources audits, review reports, track compliance metrics, and ensure accurate employee records with the Human Resources Business Partner and Human Resources Operations teams.
- Maintain employee personnel files and support the Human Resources Operations team with unemployment claims, employment verifications, and leave-of-absence documentation.
- Provide benefits-related support with the Human Resources Operations team and direct employees to appropriate resources as needed.
- Assist with drafting and updating human resources communications, including employee handbooks, policy updates, and store-specific announcements.
- Assist with special human resources projects and initiatives, including employee engagement initiatives, training rollouts, and compliance tracking.
- Support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, transfers, promotions, performance management, and offboarding.
- Facilitate new-hire onboarding and ensure employees receive required documentation, training, and resources.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and human resources information system information.
- Assist with employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, investigations, performance issues, and conflict resolution.
- Partner with managers on performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and employee development.
- Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
- Prepare human resources reports, metrics, and documentation as needed.
- Support employee engagement, recognition, retention, and organizational development initiatives.
- Assist with developing and implementing human resources policies, procedures, and programs.
- Maintain knowledge of current human resources trends, employment regulations, and best practices.
- Handle sensitive employee information with discretion and confidentiality.
- Perform other human-resources-related duties and special projects as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience working in the retail and/or food and beverage industries is preferred.
About the company
Kith is a lifestyle brand and retail concept that offers in-house apparel for men, women, and children, plus experiential storefronts that include an ice cream parlor and a full-service restaurant. Its products are designed through in-house lines and high-profile collaborations, with a focus on storytelling and nostalgia to connect clothing to consumer passions. The brand sells its apparel and collaborates with partners like Coca-Cola, Nike, Versace, and BMW, delivering not only products but immersive, branded experiences in flagship stores across three continents. What sets Kith apart is its emphasis on storytelling, multi-category experiences, and hands-on leadership by founder Ronnie Fieg, who drives premium product quality and unique customer experiences. The company’s goal is to give consumers more value than what they pay for by offering premium products paired with memorable, connected experiences, while growing its global footprint.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2011
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Kith opened West Hollywood flagship May 6, 2026, adding VIP Studio and Ronnie’s Pronto.
- Kith launched Kith Ivy in Tribeca in 2026, expanding into hospitality and membership revenue.
- Kith Fall 2026, K-Tech 3, and Footwear Archive sustain constant product drops through October 2026.
What critics are saying
- Guillermo Prieto v. Kith Retail LLC opened January 22, 2026, exposing TCPA liability.
- BBB logged 67 complaints in three years, signaling recurring customer-service failures.
- Ronnie Fieg is the single point of failure; losing him cripples Kith’s brand machine.
What makes Kith unique
- Ronnie Fieg designs every product and controls Kith’s global creative direction.
- Kith runs 23 physical locations and refuses wholesale or outside shareholders.
- Kith dominates collaborations, spanning Nike, adidas, New Balance, BMW, On, and NFL.
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