HR Generalist - Varsity Performing Arts & Studio Dance

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At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

Full-time, Onsite

Open to candidates to report to our Memphis, TN or Farmers Branch, TX headquarters.

15-20% travel may be required based on business needs, events, and seasonal support activities. Some overnight travel may be expected.

As a member of the Human Resources team, the HR Generalist supports the Varsity Spirit Varsity Performing Arts (VPA) and Studio Dance business functions through day-to-day HR partnership, employee support, recruiting coordination, onboarding, employee relations, and HR process execution. This role partners closely with leaders and employees across VPA and Studio Dance to help ensure a positive employee experience while supporting operational and seasonal workforce needs.

The HR Generalist will provide guidance on HR policies and procedures, assist with performance management and employee relations matters, support recruiting and onboarding activities, and contribute to HR initiatives that support business objectives. This role reports to the Sr. HR Business Partner – Varsity Spirit and works collaboratively with the broader HR and People teams.

• Support the employee lifecycle for full-time and seasonal employees within Varsity Performing Arts and Studio Dance, including recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, development, and offboarding
• Partner with leaders to support hiring efforts, interview coordination, candidate selection, and onboarding activities
• Assist with workforce planning and staffing support for seasonal and event-based business needs
• Support leaders and employees with day-to-day HR questions related to policies, procedures, performance management, attendance, and employee concerns
• Provide guidance and support during employee relations matters under the direction of the Sr. HR Business Partner, including documentation, investigations, and follow-up actions
• Support performance management processes by assisting managers with goal setting, feedback conversations, and performance documentation
• Partner with leaders to support employee engagement initiatives and team development efforts
• Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding activities to ensure successful employee integration into the business
• Coordinate and process employee data changes accurately and timely within HR systems
• Support exit interview processes and assist in identifying trends related to turnover and employee feedback
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives that support operational improvements and employee experience
• Assist with merger and acquisition integration activities, including employee onboarding, communication support, organizational transitions, policy alignment, and integration of HR processes and programs across newly acquired teams.
• Maintain open communication with employees and managers by answering HR-related questions and explaining policies and procedures
• Partner with Centers of Excellence (People Service Center, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Benefits, Compensation, Payroll, and other internal partners) to ensure consistent and efficient HR support
• Maintain confidentiality and protect employee and company information in accordance with company policies and procedures
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