About the role

  • Human Resources Generalist providing support in payroll, benefits, and data management at TKD in NYC. Collaborating closely with HR team and management for all HR activities.

Responsibilities

  • Support the day-to-day activities of the Human Resources department
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS system
  • Maintain and update payroll data including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, and deductions in the HRIS
  • Collaborate with the Finance team to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Administer employee benefits programs including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and leave policies
  • Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing timely and effective support
  • Coordinate annual open enrollment, including communications, system updates, and employee assistance
  • Ensure benefits records are accurate and updated for new hires, terminations, and qualifying life events
  • Manage employee leave programs including FMLA, parental leave, and other statutory or company-sponsored leave policies
  • Generate reports from the HRIS as needed
  • Maintain and audit employee personnel files and records across HRIS and benefits platforms
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations including ACA, FMLA, COBRA, and wage and hour laws
  • Support compliance reporting such as ACA 1095/1094 forms and EEO-1 filings
  • Assist with recruitment efforts including posting job openings, screening resumes, and conducting preliminary phone interviews
  • Conduct new hire orientation and benefits presentations
  • Manage employee data related to onboarding, transfers, status changes, and terminations with discretion and confidentiality

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources experience within a law firm or professional services organization
  • Minimum of three years of payroll and benefits administration experience
  • Experience with ADP WorkForceNow is preferred
  • Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Ability to analyze and present data in a meaningful way
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organization, analytical and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines
  • Meticulous attention to detail and follow-through is a must; perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness
  • Flexible, positive team player; outstanding customer service orientation and highly responsive
  • Ability to handle personnel matters and difficult situations with poise, tact, and to maintain confidentiality at all times and exhibit good judgment and a professional demeanor.
  • Recognize and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401K
  • Disability
  • Life insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job title

Human Resources Generalist

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$75,000 - $90,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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