HR Generalist

About UNTUCKit

Founded on the premise that you can dress casually and still look sharp, UNTUCKit was the first to make Shirts Designed to be Worn Untucked back in 2011. Today, we make shirts, polos, Henley, tees, pants, dresses, shoes, and accessories for all shapes and sizes. We’re headquartered in New York’s SoHo neighborhood, with 70+ stores.The UNTUCKit team is made up of unique, inspiring, and fun-loving members, all of whom help make the brand what it is today. We value each other’s diversity and expertise, while sharing a common thread of dedication, inclusion, and a passion for polished, casual style.

Human Resources Generalist

We are seeking a systems-savvy HR Generalist to provide day-to-day HR partnership and operational support for our NYC corporate office and retail stores across multiple locations. This role supports the full associate lifecycle—from recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations to workforce administration, reporting, and off-boarding. The ideal candidate has a curiosity to find solutions and improve processes. They are organized, solutions-oriented, and experienced with high-volume retail store support.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition: Partner with the corporate Talent Acquisition team and hiring leaders on corporate hiring. Lead and coordinate high-volume retail store recruitment with store managers, using the applicant tracking system to manage requisitions and candidate flow. Maintain accurate requisition details and current job descriptions and participate in interviews as needed.

Associate Experience & Lifecycle: Coordinate onboarding from pre communication through orientation and check-ins and keep onboarding programs and materials current. Oversee hiring procedures and background checks, coordinate offboarding, and conduct and document exit interviews for retail and corporate associates.

Employee Relations & Leader Support: Respond to associate questions and concerns with empathy, consistency, and urgency. Advise and coach store leaders and associates on workplace concerns, performance expectations, and corrective action. Support employee relations matters and participate in workplace investigations in coordination with HR team and Legal, escalating complex issues when appropriate.

Performance Management & Talent Programs: Coordinate the annual performance review process, engagement surveys, internship programs, and other HR initiatives and events. Coach leaders on delivering constructive feedback and managing performance.

HR Operations, Systems & Reporting: Administer employee lifecycle transactions in ADP, including new hires, employee changes, and separations. Maintain accurate HRIS data, personnel files, organizational charts, and confidential records. Prepare HR reports and analytical insights for HR and business leaders.

Compliance, Policies & Leave Support: Support compliance with applicable federal, New York State, New York City, and other relevant state and local employment requirements. Help administer policies and processes, including NYC pay transparency and Paid Safe and Sick Leave requirements, Form I-9 compliance, workplace safety documentation, OSHA reporting, internal audits, and other applicable requirements. Guide associates through leave-of-absence and policy processes and partner with Benefits team to resolve any questions.

Workforce Planning & Business Partnership: Partner with Operations, Finance, Compensation, and HR leadership on headcount planning, compensation activity, and payroll budget support. Balance urgent field needs with corporate deadlines and contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

• At least 3 years of HR experience in a fast-paced environment; 3–5 years of experience in a multi-unit retail, corporate, or similarly fast-paced business is preferred.

• Hands-on employee relations experience and a strong working knowledge of applicable employment laws, including New York City and New York State requirements and multi-state compliance.

• Experience with HRIS data and systems; ADP experience preferred. Workable or another applicant tracking system is highly preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning new systems. Experience with Excel pivot tables, lookup functions, or similar analytical tools is a plus.

• Ability to use AI-enabled productivity tools responsibly to support research, analysis, drafting, and workflow efficiency.

• Strong judgment, problem-solving, organization, project management, communication, and relationship-building skills, with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated empathy, coaching ability, discretion, confidentiality, adaptability, and professionalism; able to work independently and collaboratively and interact confidently with leaders at all levels.

• Strong business acumen and the ability to manage high-volume retail support while meeting corporate priorities and deadlines.

• This position follows a hybrid schedule, with on-site work in the New York City office Tuesday through Thursday and remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays unless business needs require a change.

• Salary range: $75,000-$85,000 plus bonus.

Our Core Values:

• Be Kind: Approach each other as we do our customers with respect and gratitude

• Own it: Be accountable for your work. If you see an opportunity for improvement, seize it.

• Work together: Your coworkers are your best allies. Tap into the genius and unique perspective

• Communicate: Say what you mean honestly and constructively

• Mentor: Lead by teaching and serving others. Lift up others whenever and wherever possible.

• Have fun: don’t forget to celebrate one another and what we’re building together.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Training & Development

• Work From Home

• Free Food & Snacks

• Wellness Resources

• Employee Discount