HR Generalist

Posted 18 Days Ago
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Miami, FL
Senior level
Legal Tech
The Role
The HR Generalist will support the office in employee relations, benefits administration, recruitment, training, and performance management, acting as a liaison between management and employees. Responsibilities include onboarding, compliance with laws, creating HR reports, and assisting in performance reviews.
Summary Generated by Built In

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Talent Services (human resources) Generalist in our Miami (downtown) office.  We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.  
 

Position Summary:

The Talent Services Generalist provides human resources (HR) support for the office in the following areas: employee relations, benefits administration, training and development, recruitment, and performance management.
Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Serves as a liaison between Business Director, HR and employees by handling and resolving employee relations issues; elevates employee issues as needed

  • Serves as point of contact for manager or employee on questions relating to policies or procedures

  • Provides guidance to employees, monitors communications, and maintains records related to FMLA, STD, and Worker’s Compensation leaves

  • Assists hiring manager in defining job requirements and drafting job descriptions

  • Participates in the interview process for candidates sourced by the talent acquisition team

  • Interfaces with employment agencies as needed and makes arrangements for temporary staff

  • Onboards new employees and conducts new hire orientation

  • Partners with Business Director/Talent Services Manager with annual performance review process for professional staff and associates

  • Assists managers in dealing with and documenting performance issues; participates in disciplinary meetings or separations

  • Ensures secretarial and reception coverage is provided

  • Creates HR related reports and provides metrics as needed

  • Coordinates annual benefits open enrollment; serves as liaison between employees and Shared Services in resolving benefit issues

  • Assists managers in identifying areas of development and makes appropriate recommendations for training and development; may also serve as office liaison for professional staff and attorney professional development

  • Ensures compliance with federal and state laws

  • Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills & Competencies:

  • General knowledge of HR principles and practices, as well as employment law compliance

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor, and presentation

  • High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively

  • Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks

  • Recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain confidentiality

  • Analytical with strong problem-solving skills, takes initiative, and uses good judgment, excellent follow-up skills

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team

  • Provide outstanding client service, meet high quality standards for services, and meet or exceed client expectations; proactive in seeking innovative ways in which to help others

Qualifications & Prior Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development or related field

  • Minimum five to seven years of experience in Human Resources

  • Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-SCP/SHRM-CP or SPHR/PHR) certification preferred

  • Experience with ATS and HRIS systems, preferably with Workday

  • Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

  • Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

Greenberg Traurig is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.

  

Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion and equity across our platform, the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield). Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity. The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes. Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm’s progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus. We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program’s alignment with the firm’s commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving our goals and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. Providing your data is entirely voluntary and will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be treated confidentially.

The Company
HQ: New York, NY
4,877 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1967

What We Do

Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2650 attorneys in 45 locations in the United States, Europe and the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm is a 2022 BTI “Highly Recommended Law Firm” for superior client service and is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100 and NLJ 250. Greenberg Traurig is Mansfield Rule 6.0 Certified Plus by The Diversity Lab. The firm is recognized for powering its U.S. offices with 100% renewable energy as certified by the Center for Resource Solutions Green-e® Energy program and is a member of the U.S. EPA’s Green Power Partnership Program. The firm is known for its philanthropic giving, innovation, diversity, and pro bono. Web: www.gtlaw.com.

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