HR Generalist - 4 days in Rutherford, NJ - $70k-$80k + bonus

This is a high-impact HR Generalist role for a tech company in Rutherford, NJ. You'll be the sole HR presence in NJ (reporting into a head of HR in a different location), working closely with employees and leadership to foster a positive and engaged workplace culture.

4 days onsite in Rutherford, NJ - 1 day work from home
$70k-$80k base + bonus and great benefits

Client Details

This is a high-impact HR Generalist role for a tech company in Rutherford, NJ. You'll be the sole HR presence in NJ (reporting into a head of HR in a different location), working closely with employees and leadership to foster a positive and engaged workplace culture.

4 days onsite in Rutherford, NJ - 1 day work from home
$70k-$80k base + bonus and great benefits

Description

• Serve as the primary HR contact for the NJ office
• Manage full-cycle recruitment and onboarding
• Support employee engagement initiatives and morale-building efforts
• Assist with employee relations, leaves of absence, and visa processes
• Handle offboarding and exit interviews
• Partner with payroll and HRIS teams for job changes and system updates
• Maintain compliance with company policies and employment laws
• Contribute to organizational development and change management efforts

Profile

• Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of HR experience, ideally in a generalist capacity
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage sensitive situations with discretion
• Experience with recruiting and employee relations preferred
• Comfortable navigating change and supporting staff through transitions
• Comfortable being the sole HR person in the NJ location

Job Offer

• $70,000 - $80,000 base salary + bonus
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Hybrid schedule - 4 days onsite in Rutherford, NJ

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