Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

New York, NY | Hybrid | Up to $120K

A well-established mid-size NYC law firm is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join its team. This is a broad HR role supporting attorneys and professional staff across payroll, benefits, leave administration, performance management, onboarding, recruiting, and HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll and employee changes using ADP Workforce Now

• Manage benefits, open enrollment, and employee benefit inquiries

• Administer leaves of absence, including FMLA, disability, and parental leave

• Coordinate attorney and professional staff performance review cycles

• Manage onboarding, orientation, and new-hire documentation

• Support attorney and professional staff recruiting as needed

• Maintain HR records, reporting, compliance, and employee status changes

• Partner closely with HR, Finance, attorneys, and professional staff

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience

• Law firm or professional services experience strongly preferred

• Experience with payroll, benefits, leave administration, and general HR operations

• Performance management and recruiting experience

• ADP Workforce Now experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices

• Bachelor's degree required

• Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail