Senior HR Generalist

Rise
48 Equity is seeking a highly capable Senior HR Generalist to own and execute core HR functions with a strong focus on compliance, payroll, employee engagement, and scalable systems. This role is ideal for an experienced HR Generalist who thrives in hands‑on execution, multi‑state compliance, and operational ownership in a fast‑growing organization.

The Senior HR Generalist will serve as a trusted partner to leadership, ensuring HR operations are compliant, efficient, and positioned to scale as Rise
48 expands into new markets.

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To support employee compensation, compliance, and engagement while maintaining a healthy, consistent, and compliant work environment across all markets.

• Own and continuously improve HR processes across the full employee lifecycle
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple states
• Draft, maintain, and enforce HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks
• Serve as a trusted HR partner to leaders and managers on employee relations, performance, and compliance matters
• Support and conduct employee relations investigations and resolutions with professionalism and consistency

• Own payroll processing accuracy, timing, and compliance for W-2 employees and contractors
• Partner with Finance to ensure accurate compensation, audits, and reporting
• Support and help execute any implementations needed for HRIS system
• Respond to payroll-related questions and issues in a timely manner

• Support employee engagement initiatives aligned with company culture
• Assist with performance management cycles, feedback processes, and accountability rhythms
• Provide guidance to managers on performance issues, corrective actions, and documentation
• Help ensure a consistent and fair employee experience across all locations

• Manage benefits administration including enrollments, life events, and renewals
• Act as a point of contact for employees regarding benefits questions
• Partner with brokers and vendors to support annual renewals and communications
• Ensure benefits processes are accurate, timely, and well‑communicated

• Support HR operations for approximately 350 employees across AZ, CO, MN, NC, TX, with continued expansion
• Manage high-volume onboarding and offboarding, especially for property management and field-based roles
• Support both on-site and remote employee populations
• Maintain accurate employee records, audits, and reporting
• Drive HR process improvements, documentation, and automations
• Partner with the Director of Performance & Culture on workforce planning and engagement initiatives

• Senior HR Generalist or equivalent role
• 5–7+ years of progressive HR experience
• Proven multi-state HR compliance experience (required)
• Experience in property management, hospitality, or field-based environments strongly preferred
• Experience supporting high-volume hiring and turnover

• Exceptionally detail‑oriented with strong follow‑through
• Systems‑minded with a passion for documentation and process improvement
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to balance employee advocacy with business needs
• Experience with HRIS implementations or transitions

• HR operations are consistent, compliant, and reliable
• Payroll and benefits processes run accurately and on time
• HR processes scale smoothly as the company grows
• Employees experience clarity, fairness, and responsiveness from HR
• Leaders trust HR as a strong operational partner

• Professional and upbeat work environment