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Senior Human Resources Generalist

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: EDP
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
  • HR/Recruitment
    HR Generalist / Talent Management, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Recruiter / Talent Acquisition, HR Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 85000 USD Yearly USD 85000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

People decisions shape every part of the employee experience, from a candidate's first day to how they are supported through challenges, growth, and career transitions. As our Sr. Human Resources Generalist, you'll help create a consistent, compliant, and positive experience for employees and leaders across multiple states while serving as a trusted advisor during some of the most important moments in an employee's journey.

Your work will directly influence employee engagement, manager effectiveness, compliance, and the successful integration of new team members through growth and acquisitions.

About the Role

The Sr. Human Resources Generalist provides HR support across multiple locations and states, partnering closely with managers and employees on employee relations, leave administration, onboarding, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations.

This role serves as a key resource for General Managers and employees, helping resolve workplace concerns, ensure compliance with employment laws, and improve HR processes that support business goals.

What You'll Actually Do in Your First 30 Days
  • Meet with General Managers and key leaders across your assigned locations to understand business priorities, workforce needs, and current HR challenges.
  • Review active employee relations matters, leave cases, and ongoing compliance obligations to ensure smooth continuity of support.
  • Audit employee records, HRIS data, onboarding documentation, and recent employee status changes for accuracy and compliance.
  • Learn existing HR processes related to investigations, onboarding, offboarding, acquisitions, and leave administration, identifying opportunities for improvement.
What Success Looks Like in the First 90 Days

Within your first 90 days, you will:

  • Build productive working relationships with General Managers and key leaders across your assigned region.
  • Become the primary HR contact for employee relations matters and HR policy guidance.
  • Successfully manage active leave cases while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Complete an audit of employee records, HRIS data, and wage compliance requirements within your region.
  • Establish a regular cadence of communication with site leadership, including quarterly business-partner meetings.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary HR contact for employee relations concerns, partnering with managers and employees to address workplace issues professionally and consistently.
  • Conduct prompt, thorough, and well-documented internal investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
  • Provide guidance to employees and managers regarding company policies, practices, and HR processes.
  • Recommend and implement improvements to HR processes, policies, and programs to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate employee records, including hiring documentation, compensation changes, and employment status updates.
  • Review and process approved new hire, transfer, promotion, and termination documentation.
  • Support employee onboarding and integration activities associated with acquisitions and organizational growth.
  • Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation coordination, and personal leaves of absence.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
  • Maintain HRIS records and generate reports that support business and HR decision-making.
  • Conduct quarterly audits related to minimum wage changes and other applicable employment law updates.
  • Schedule and lead quarterly business review discussions with General Managers within the assigned region.
  • Act as a proactive HR business partner, helping leaders navigate employee-related challenges and organizational changes.
Must…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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