HR Generalist (Payroll) - 1 Year Contract with Completion Bonus

About the Role:

My client, a globally recognized luxury brand renowned for its dedication to creativity, craftsmanship, and excellence, is looking for a skilled and proactive HR Generalist to join the team, with a key focus on payroll and HR administration. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient payroll processing, managing HR-related administrative functions, and providing support across various HR processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of HR practices, and a passion for delivering exceptional service to our employees.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Administration:

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of employee salaries, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation.
• Ensure payroll compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including tax and benefit deductions.
• Process employee data changes (e.g., new hires, terminations, promotions) and ensure proper integration into the payroll system.
• Work closely with Finance to verify payroll data and resolve any discrepancies.
• Provide payroll reports to management, highlighting key metrics and trends.

HR Administration:

• Maintain employee records, ensuring all information is up to date and accurate in HR systems.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave management.
• Help manage the employee lifecycle, from onboarding to terminations and offboarding.
• Coordinate employee training and development programs, including logistics and record-keeping.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements in HR-related processes and documentation.

Employee Support:

• Serve as a point of contact for employees on HR-related queries, providing timely and accurate responses.
• Assist employees with questions related to payroll, benefits, policies, and HR procedures.
• Foster a positive working environment by supporting the implementation of employee engagement initiatives.

HR Projects & Initiatives:

• Participate in HR projects, such as performance management, compensation reviews, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Provide administrative support for employee satisfaction surveys and other HR-driven initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in HR administration, with a focus on payroll management (experience in retail or luxury industry preferred).
• Knowledge of payroll systems and HR software.
• Familiarity with labor laws, tax regulations, and benefits administration.
• High level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle confidential employee information professionally.