HR Generalist

Description

Human Resources Generalist

Compensation Analysis, Employee Benefits Management, and Payroll/HRIS Operations

About Republic – Chicago’s Hardworking Bank

At Republic Bank, we are building a team of talented and enthusiastic professionals who share our passion for doing right by others. We are committed to new ideas, new ways of thinking, and we have a focus on your development as a teammate, professional colleague, and respected partner to the business.

Our Core Values are not framed on the wall. They are the DNA that shapes how we think, act, and grow. From the boardroom to the breakroom, our values live in every colleague who is fortunate enough to serve our clients and communities:

• Put People First
• Lead with Integrity
• Deliberate Transparency
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Value Creation/Growth Mindset

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become a part of something special, we invite you to apply today!

Join our collaborative HR team in a dynamic organization! We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to lead compensation initiatives, manage employee benefits programs, support payroll operations, and help drive implementation and optimization of HRIS modules for Republic Bank and our ten affiliate companies in the real estate and hospitality industries. This role analyzes, designs, and administers Total Rewards programs that attract, retain, and motivate employees while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and data accuracy.

As part of our HR team, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills, take on new challenges, and advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment with a team that cares about your personal and professional development.

As a Human Resources Generalist, you will report to the Chief People Officer and closely work alongside a dedicated team of Human Resource Professionals supporting a base of 500 employees across the Chicagoland Area:

• Develop compensation models to support current and competitive salary structures and incentive programs. Utilize external surveys to capture and benchmark market data.
• Oversee day-to-day administration of health and wellness benefit programs, employee leaves, and 401k retirement plans.
• Partner with benefit brokers and vendors to plan, prepare, communicate, and implement annual medical benefit renewals for Open Enrollment.
• Manage the company’s 401k retirement plan, including employee enrollments, contribution changes, audits, non-discrimination testing, employer match, and employee education initiatives.
• Leverage analytical skills and tools to support HR and business leaders in decision-making related to compensation planning and benefit program renewals.
• Support accurate and timely payroll processing for multiple company codes using the Paycom HCM system. Our employees depend on you!!
• Interface with various levels from Executive Management to employees in addressing individual and business line needs related to benefit changes, leave management, incentive plans, salary ranges, and other HR, compensation, benefits, or payroll related requests.
• Actively participate in Human Resources Initiatives that make a difference, with additional exposure to benefits administration.

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, IT, Business Analytics, HR, Business or a related discipline with 2 to 3+ years of experience with any of the following HR focuses; a Master’s degree is a welcomed plus:
  • Compensation Management
  • Employee Benefits Administration
  • HRIS Optimization
  • Payroll Operations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion in daily work.
• Ability to work and solve problems independently utilizing available resources and tools.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to spot anomalies and trends.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational and project management skills.
• Flexible mindset and able to effectively prioritize competing priorities while working in an exciting fast-paced team environment.
• Advanced technical computer proficiency including Excel and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), preferably Paycom.
• Ability to…