Senior HR Generalist
Location: White Plains, NY
Compensation: $75,000-$85,000

About the Opportunity:

We're partnering with an exceptional organization in Westchester looking for an experienced Senior HR Generalist to be the right hand to the Director of HR in leading the department. The ideal candidate will be hands on in all aspects of HR - onboarding and orientation, benefits, LOAs, payroll, employee relations, etc.

What You'll Do:

• Act as the go-to resource for employee questions on payroll, benefits, policies, and HR procedures
• Administer payroll processes and manage employee leave programs (handling approximately 25 cases annually)
• Lead benefits administration including enrollment, changes, and employee communications
• Facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation for 30+ employees each year
• Execute end-to-end HR operations supporting the complete employee experience
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in HRIS systems and employee documentation
• Drive HR initiatives and special projects independently
• Deliver responsive, professional support to staff across all organizational levels

What You Bring:

Must-Haves:

• 5+ years of hands-on HR generalist experience
• Solid foundation in payroll operations and leave administration
• Strong communication skills with a service-oriented approach
• Professional demeanor with ability to navigate complex employee situations tactfully
• Self-directed work style with strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Consistent track record of tenure and reliability in previous roles

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with ADP or similar HRIS platforms
• Previous people management or team leadership
• Background in education or nonprofit settings
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is ideal
• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline