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Human Resources (HR) Generalist

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Mystic, CT
Schedule
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Job overview

The Human Resources Generalist supports a small organization’s day-to-day HR operations and partners with leadership on workforce planning and organizational priorities. The role covers benefits administration, payroll, compliance, recruiting, and employee support, with independent ownership across multiple business functions. It is a contract position requiring hands-on HR experience and the ability to manage routine matters with professionalism and discretion.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Benefits AdministrationPayroll ProcessingHR ComplianceFull-Cycle RecruitingOnboardingEmployee RelationsStrategic CollaborationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication

Qualifications

HR Generalist Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist to support a broad range of HR activities for a small organization. This contract position is ideal for someone who can independently manage day-to-day HR operations while partnering with leadership on workforce planning and organizational priorities. The role requires hands-on experience across benefits administration, payroll processing, compliance, recruiting, and employee support, along with the ability to work effectively across multiple business functions.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily human resources operations, serving as the primary contact for HR-related questions and employee support needs.

  • Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, updates, and issue resolution, while ensuring accurate documentation and timely communication.

  • Process payroll and maintain accurate records related to compensation, deductions, and time-sensitive employee data.

  • Manage full-cycle recruitment efforts, from job posting and candidate coordination through offer support, onboarding, and new employee integration.

  • Maintain HR records and system data ensuring information is current, organized, and compliant with company requirements.

  • Support compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and HR best practices through audits, recordkeeping, and process oversight.

  • Partner with leaders across departments to align HR initiatives with business goals and workforce needs.

  • Coordinate onboarding and other employee lifecycle activities to create a smooth and positive experience from onboarding through ongoing employment

Requirements

  • Proven experience as an HR Generalist supporting multiple core human resources functions with minimal supervision.

  • Strong background in benefits administration, payroll processing, and HR compliance.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead full-cycle recruiting and manage onboarding for new employees.

  • Knowledge of employee relations practices and confidence handling routine HR matters with professionalism and discretion.

  • Ability to balance strategic collaboration with hands-on execution in a standalone or highly independent HR role.

  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication skills across all levels of an organization.

TalentMatch®

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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