Human Resources Generalist

Location: Chatham, New Jersey, USA

Job Title

Job Description Summary

The Human Resources People Partner serves as a strategic business partner to operational and functional leaders, providing guidance and support across all areas of the employee lifecycle. This role is responsible for driving talent strategies, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, performance management, and compliance initiatives that support business objectives. The People Partner works closely with leaders and HR Centers of Excellence to deliver people-focused solutions that foster employee engagement, operational excellence, and organizational growth.

This position is remote but must be based in the New York or New Jersey area. The role requires regular travel throughout the assigned region, with an expected travel commitment of approximately 25% to 50%.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR business partner to operational and field leadership, providing strategic consultation and guidance on workforce planning, talent management, employee engagement, performance management, organizational design, succession planning, and employee retention.

Build strong relationships with business leaders to understand operational goals and develop HR strategies that support business priorities.

Interpret, communicate, and administer company policies, programs, procedures, and employment practices while ensuring consistency and compliance.

Advise managers and employees on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, workplace concerns, performance issues, policy interpretation, and corrective action processes.

Conduct and support employee relations investigations, workplace assessments, and mediation efforts while ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies.

Partner with leaders to drive performance management processes, including coaching, performance improvement planning, goal setting, and talent development initiatives.

Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Learning & Development, and other Centers of Excellence to implement HR programs and deliver an exceptional employee experience.

Support organizational change management initiatives, workforce transitions, restructures, acquisitions, mergers, and outsourcing activities, ensuring effective communication and successful employee integration.

Assist business leaders with staffing strategies, workforce forecasting, and organizational planning to meet current and future business needs.

Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies, identifying risks and recommending corrective actions when necessary.

Analyze workforce metrics and trends to provide data-driven recommendations that support business decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.

Lead or participate in HR projects, programs, and initiatives designed to improve organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and HR service delivery.

Provide coaching and mentorship to HR team members and leaders, as appropriate.

Maintain advanced knowledge of HR systems, processes, and reporting tools to support business and HR objectives.

Additional Locations: New York, New York, USA