Job Title: HR Generalist
Location: New York City, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: HR Director
Position Overview:
We are seeking a proactive, highly organized, and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a true team player, capable of supporting a wide range of HR functions including onboarding/offboarding, benefits administration, payroll support, compliance, recruitment coordination, employee relations, and event planning. This is a great opportunity for a resourceful and self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full-cycle onboarding process for new hires, including offer letters, welcome packets, orientation scheduling, equipment coordination, and benefits enrollment
- Coordinate employee offboarding, exit interviews, and benefits terminations
- Assist with payroll processing, ensuring accurate timesheets, PTO tracking, and benefits deductions
- Support benefits administration (health, dental, vision, 401k, commuter, life/disability) and serve as a liaison between employees and providers
- Track and process invoices for HR-related vendors and services using Avid
- Draft job descriptions, memos, employee communications, and HR templates
- Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws
- Post job openings, screen resumes, coordinate interviews, and assist in recruiting
- Plan and coordinate internal events such as monthly birthdays, health & wellness fairs, and holiday parties
- Collaborate with IT, Accounting, and Operations teams for cross-departmental HR support
- Assist in union compliance reporting, audits, and documentation
- Provide general HR support to employees in New York and Chicago offices
- Additional ad hoc projects as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 2–4 years of experience in an HR generalist or coordinator role
- Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment law
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and multitasking ability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with ADP Workforce Now
- Experience with invoice processing systems (e.g., Avid) preferred
- Event coordination experience is a plus
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to grow and advance within a supportive HR team
- Collaborative and respectful company culture
- A chance to make a real impact in a tight-knit organization
AmTrustRE is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
