LHH is seeking an HR Generalist in Duluth, GA. This candidate will play a vital role in supporting the effective delivery of HR and Benefits programs across the organization. This hands-on, generalist position offers exposure to a wide range of HR functions, including benefits administration, employee relations, payroll, recruitment, compliance, and more. The role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in HR practices who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Open Enrollment: Manage the benefits enrollment process and provide guidance to employees in selecting their benefit options.
• Salary Administration: Oversee salary administration tasks, ensuring accurate compensation structures and practices.
• Employee Relations: Foster positive employee relations by addressing concerns and facilitating conflict resolution in coordination with HR management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding HR and Benefits inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Manage escalated employee issues, involving the HR Manager as necessary for resolution.
• Provide administrative support for key HR functions, including benefits renewal, open enrollment, annual salary planning, and pay increases.
• Administer payroll/HRIS entries using Paycom, assisting with payroll processing and ensuring data accuracy.
• Regularly update and maintain the company’s HRIS/Payroll system (Paycom), running reports, processing new hires and terminations, and conducting data audits.
• Assist in the recruitment process, including job posting, interviews, candidate selection, and issuing offer letters.
• Oversee the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a seamless integration into the company.
• Maintain accurate records of HR-related documents, personnel files, and HR system data.
• Coordinate and execute employee relations events to enhance workplace culture.
• Communicate regularly with the HR team at Group headquarters (Italy) for tasks such as headcount management, cost of labor planning, and organizational chart updates.
• Collaborate with the HR Manager to continuously evaluate and improve HR processes.
• Support the administration of the company’s 401(k) plan, ensuring compliance and assisting with the annual audit.
• Provide support for immigration-related activities and documentation requests.
• Partner with the Accounting department on HR-related matters.
• Offer general administrative support to the HR department as needed.
• Take on other HR projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, with at least 2 years of experience in an HR Generalist role (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Solid knowledge of HR best practices and procedures; HR certification is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR systems (e.g., Paycom, ADP Workforce).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including business writing and presentation abilities.
• Strong public speaking, training facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business acumen, critical thinking abilities, and a process-oriented mindset.

Key Skills:

• A strong work ethic and integrity, with a high level of confidentiality.
• Expertise in benefits administration and experience with Excel spreadsheets.
• Ability to think critically and apply business acumen in an HR context.
• Familiarity with Cigna for benefits administration.
• Experience working with HR systems like Paycom or ADP Workforce.

Culture and Team:

The ideal candidate will be trustworthy, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment.