HR Generalist

As a HR Generalist – Benefits & Compensation Focus you will...

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Benefits Administration
• Manage and administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, disability, and other voluntary benefits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Partner with vendors and brokers to evaluate and optimize benefits offerings, balancing cost-efficiency and employee satisfaction.
• Lead the annual benefits open enrollment process, including employee communications and system updates.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including ACA, COBRA, FMLA, and other benefits-related policies.


Compensation Management
• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of competitive compensation programs.
• Conduct market analyses and participate in salary surveys to benchmark compensation practices to ensure competitive pay practices and internal equity.
• Collaborate with leadership to create job descriptions and establish salary ranges for new and existing roles.
• Administer pay-for-performance and incentive programs in alignment with organizational objectives.


General HR Functions
• Payroll administration and oversight.
• Maintain employee records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with retention requirements.
• Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures to ensure a consistent and legally compliant approach.
• Drive HR metrics, analytics and reporting to support robust decision making.
• Lead ad hoc HR initiatives to support the growing business.

HR Generalist – Benefits & Compensation Focus Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of HR experience, with a strong focus on benefits administration and compensation.
• Certification: PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
• Proficient in HRIS platforms and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment while collaborating effectively with a diverse team.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused professional ready to make an impact.

Work Environment & Benefits

• Office Schedule: Combination of remote and in-office work in the DC Metro/Virginia area. Minimum three days in the office each week.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.
• Professional development opportunities, including support for HR certifications.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused workplace culture.