HR Generalist & Office Manager

Impact Genome is seeking a dynamic and adaptable HR Generalist & Office Manager that has worked in small organizations and understands the dynamics of a start-up-style environment to play a pivotal role in shaping our human capital strategies and cultivating a thriving organizational culture.

As the HR Generalist & Office Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of HR functions in a manner consistent with start-up environments, talent management, and organizational development to support IG’s continued growth and success. Collaborating with the leadership team, you will design and implement strategic HR initiatives that attract, retain, and develop top talent, while fostering a culture of inclusivity and continuous learning.

In this role, you ll have the opportunity to shape the future of our organization while empowering our talented teams to drive meaningful change. If you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and consider yourself a people-oriented leader that is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission-driven journey!

You will be required to work at our main location in Chicago, Lincoln Park.

We’re looking for a reliable, organized person to help keep things running smoothly in the office. You’ll support our internal accountant and assist with general admin tasks as needed. You will be responsible for managing the small office and support all the remote and local employees wherever needed. You should be organized, detail-oriented, and trustworthy with confidential information and have a "happy to jump in and help where needed" work ethic.

• Bachelor s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field are a plus.
• Experience with Paylocity ™ Payroll & Recruiting Platform is preferred.
• Assist Sr. Accountant with administrative duties.
• Manage the office.
• Proven experience (2+ years) in progressively responsible HR roles within fast-paced and entrepreneurial organizations
• Demonstrated track record of thriving in a start-up-style environment
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, talent management, and organizational development strategies Demonstrated success in developing and implementing HR programs that drive employee engagement and organizational performance
• Extremely strong emotional intelligence, with the ability to empathize, respond effectively to others, fostering a positive work environment and strong relationships
• Unwavering integrity in all interactions and decisions
• An understanding of employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Excited to live our core values – we are a small but growing team of individuals who are Passionate about Social Impact, are Rigorous, Relatable, Agile, have a Commercial Mindset, and who Challenge Convention