HR Generalist

20173 – HR Generalist
Location: Savannah, GA 31308 (5 days on-site)

Company Overview

Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA) is the dynamic IT powerhouse behind Hyundai Motor Corporation, a Fortune 500 global leader in the automotive industry. As a key affiliate, we provide cutting-edge IT services and support to top brands including Kia, Genesis, Hyundai Translead, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Capital, and Glovis.
HAEA offers a global and collaborative environment where employees drive innovation, improve operational efficiency, and help shape the future of mobility for the Hyundai Motor Group. By uniting IT resources under one roof, HAEA delivers consistent, high-quality solutions and serves as a critical information link between Hyundai's Global Headquarters and North American operations.
Website: http://www.haeaus.com

Role Overview

The HR Generalist provides guidance and support across employee relations, policy and procedure interpretation, HR compliance, training, organizational development, and other human resources activities. This role partners with employees, managers, executives, Human Resources, Legal, and external vendors to resolve workplace concerns, reduce organizational risk, support workforce effectiveness, and maintain compliance with applicable California and federal employment laws.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Lead fact-finding investigations involving employee concerns, grievances, workplace complaints, performance issues, and other employee relations matters.
• Consult with employees and managers to collect, evaluate, and communicate relevant information and recommend appropriate corrective or preventive actions.
• Provide guidance on performance management, employee concerns, staffing levels, and team development.
• Conduct employee relations risk assessments and develop practical action plans to address identified concerns.
• Partner collaboratively with in-house Employee Relations Counsel and other Legal stakeholders on sensitive or complex matters.
• Make well-supported recommendations to management to resolve employee concerns in a timely, fair, and consistent manner.
• Develop leading indicators for employee concerns and monitor metrics and trends to improve processes, strengthen management practices, and identify potential issues early.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a professional, objective, and positive demeanor in all interactions.

Compliance

• Serve as a liaison between Legal and Human Resources regarding personnel practices, employment policies, employment laws, and employee transfer procedures.
• Help prevent legal and compliance challenges by monitoring relevant legislation, reinforcing requirements with managers, recommending procedures, and conducting training.
• Interpret and draft HR policies and procedures in alignment with California and federal employment requirements, in partnership with Legal as appropriate.
• Verify Form I-9 documentation and support compliant employment eligibility verification practices.
• Investigate compliance-related concerns, including matters involving the EEOC, harassment, the ADA, discrimination, and employee disputes, to support effective and legally compliant resolutions within company guidelines.
• Support compliance with applicable state and federal discrimination, labor, and employment regulations.

Training and Organizational Development

• Partner with executives and business leaders to assess division and department training needs.
• Research and recommend training resources that help employees build current technical and professional capabilities.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors to identify and pursue applicable state grants that may fund training programs and resources.
• Support broader organizational development and HR initiatives based on business needs.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employee relations and HR compliance.
• Strong working knowledge of California and federal employment and labor laws and their practical application.
• Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations and advising on corrective actions, policy interpretation, and compliance matters.
• Ability to organize work effectively, manage multiple ongoing issues, and handle complex employee relations matters with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong judgment, discretion, written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience partnering with in-house counsel on complex employee relations and compliance matters.
• Experience drafting HR policies and procedures.
• Experience developing employee relations metrics, trend analyses, and leading indicators.
• Experience assessing training needs, sourcing learning resources, and coordinating with third-party training vendors.
• Professional HR certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.

Salary Range

Salary range: $69,380 to $99,200
In addition to a competitive salary, this position offers a benefits package that includes comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, education assistance, and annual merit increase eligibility in a growth-focused work environment.

Team Culture

Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. We foster a supportive environment where every team member is encouraged to share ideas and contribute to problem-solving. We value:

• Passion for Technology: We are enthusiastic about emerging technologies and their potential to transform the automotive industry.
• Agility: We adapt quickly to change and continuously improve our processes.
• Teamwork: We support one another and collaborate to achieve common goals.
• Growth: We prioritize personal and professional development through learning opportunities.
• Inclusivity: We value diverse perspectives and strive to ensure everyone feels welcome.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our Company adheres to equal employment opportunity guidelines established by federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.