Senior HR Generalist

Description

Robert Half Permanent Placement is excited to partner with a national Commercial Property Improvement company based in the Buffalo, NY area on their search for an established Senior HR Generalist. This role is ideal for an accomplished HR specialist with an open-door mindset looking to take the next step in their career growth. This is an in-office position with starting salary of $70,000 - $85,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring fully paid health benefits and generous paid time off.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding including job postings, interviews, reference checks, offer letters, and new hire orientation

• Maintain confidential employee files, HR records, documentation, and personnel information accurately and securely

• Support employees with questions regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, PTO, and company procedures

• Partner with external partner on benefits administration, payroll changes, employee documentation, compliance, and open enrollment

• Submit and maintain accurate payroll and timekeeping information, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, PTO, and timeclock updates

• Support managers with employee relations, performance management, annual reviews, policy administration, and HR best practices

• Coordinate employee communications, training, recognition programs, engagement activities, and other culture-building initiatives

• Maintain effective relationships with employees, leadership, and third-party vendors while handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred, with minimum of 2–5 years of HR, payroll, office administration, or people operations experience required

• PEO experience and familiarity with HR/payroll systems preferred; strong proficiency in Microsoft Office required

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of state HR laws and regulations in a multi-state environment highly preferred

• Open door policy and willingness to be onsite is a must

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