HR Generalist

HR Generalist

Location: Charlotte (Hybrid Available)
Reports To: HR & Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About DELTA |v|

At DELTA |v|, we believe strong operations and strong culture go hand in hand. Our internal theme is simple: Developing People. Powering Culture. Delivering Results.

We are a growing, multi-state professional services firm committed to accountability, integrity, and continuous development. We believe culture is not accidental but is built intentionally through clear standards, strong leadership, and consistent follow-through.

Our HR & Operations team plays a central role in shaping that culture. We show up. We respond quickly. We lead with professionalism and compassion. We believe that culture starts with recruiting and is sustained through consistent execution across the employee lifecycle.

We operate as a collaborative, high-performing team that values idea-sharing, ownership, and helping one another succeed. When one person shines, the team shines.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist owns and executes core Human Resources operations across the firm, with meaningful responsibility in payroll administration, benefits management, recruiting, compliance, and employee support.

This role serves as a trusted point of contact for employees and leaders while ensuring policies are applied consistently, systems operate accurately, and compliance standards are upheld. The HR Generalist works closely with the HR & Operations Manager and interfaces regularly with executive leadership to support strategic workforce initiatives and reporting.

This is an opportunity for an HR professional who wants to grow within a structured, high-accountability environment. The role offers exposure to executive decision-making, full-cycle recruiting ownership, benefits and payroll administration, and multi-state compliance operations.

As our organization continues to mature, this role offers the opportunity to deepen expertise and expand responsibility across HR systems, compliance, talent strategy, and operational leadership.

Core Areas of Ownership

Payroll Administration & Wage Compliance

The HR Generalist maintains active ownership of payroll operations and wage compliance support.

Responsibilities include:

• Partner with payroll providers to ensure accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll
• Review payroll reports, audits, and wage calculations for compliance with FLSA and state regulations
• Support salary changes, bonuses, deductions, and benefit integrations
• Monitor exempt/non-exempt classifications and wage compliance requirements
• Serve as a knowledgeable internal resource for payroll-related questions
• Identify process improvements to strengthen payroll accuracy and controls

Benefits Administration & Plan Management

The HR Generalist plays a central role in benefits strategy execution and compliance.

Responsibilities include:

• Administer health and welfare plans, 401(k) programs, and related benefit offerings
• Manage enrollments, eligibility changes, life events, and employee inquiries
• Partner with insurance brokers and providers to resolve complex issues
• Support annual open enrollment planning and execution
• Assist with Form 5500 preparation, non-discrimination testing, ACA reporting, and related audits
• Monitor regulatory changes impacting benefit programs
• Identify opportunities to improve employee understanding and utilization of benefits

Full-Cycle Recruiting & Talent Acquisition Ownership

We believe Culture Starts with Recruiting.

The HR Generalist owns the recruitment process from intake to offer acceptance, ensuring legal compliance, consistency, and alignment with organizational standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Partner with hiring managers to define role expectations and success profiles
• Manage job postings, sourcing strategies, and applicant tracking systems
• Screen candidates and coordinate structured interview processes
• Ensure compliance with EEO and employment regulations
• Guide hiring managers through structured, compliant selection practices
• Learn and understand each manager’s hiring preferences and leadership style
• Own offer development and compensation negotiation within established frameworks
• Partner with external recruiters when needed and manage vendor relationships
• Continuously refine recruitment practices to improve quality of hire and cultural alignment
• Develop structured interview frameworks that promote consistency, fairness, and quality hiring decisions
• Track and report recruiting metrics including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, and quality-of-hire indicators

Employee Relations & HR Operations

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees regarding policies, leave, workplace matters, and benefits
• Support routine employee relations matters and documentation with appropriate escalation
• Maintain consistent, fair application of HR policies
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of employee records and HRIS data
• Conduct personnel file audits and ensure document retention compliance
• Assist with OSHA reporting and workplace incident documentation

Compliance, Reporting & Executive Interface

• Monitor changes in federal, state, and local employment laws
• Support policy updates and employee handbook revisions
• Prepare executive-ready HR reports related to benefits, payroll, recruiting, and compliance
• Interface with executive leadership on workforce trends, compliance requirements, and operational improvements
• Support audits and strategic HR initiatives
• Participate in leadership meetings as needed to provide HR insight, workforce updates, and compliance guidance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

Knowledge

• Working knowledge of EEO, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, ACA, OSHA, and multi-state compliance
• Working understanding of payroll processes and wage compliance requirements
• Strong knowledge of benefits administration and 401(k) plan management
• Familiarity with HRIS systems, document retention, and reporting standards

Skills

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Clear, professional communication skills
• High attention to detail in documentation and compliance tracking
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a structured environment
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office

Abilities

• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Apply policies consistently and fairly
• Exercise sound judgment and escalate appropriately
• Thrive in a structured, accountability-driven culture
• Work independently while contributing to a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience with exposure to payroll, benefits, and recruiting
• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruitment
• Experience supporting multi-state compliance preferred
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or certification in progress preferred
• Enjoys working in a highly collaborative team environment that values ownership, responsiveness, and shared success.

Hybrid Work Structure

Hybrid schedule available following onboarding period. Regular in-office presence is required to support collaboration, visibility, and consistent engagement with employees and leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $65,000 – $75,000, depending on experience, skills, and demonstrated capability. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications and performance throughout the interview process.

DELTA |v| invests in our people through:

• Competitive salary and bonus eligibility
• Immediate eligibility for medical, dental, and vision plans
• Immediate participation in our 401(k) program with company match
• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
• A collaborative, high-performing team environment