Human Resources Generalist Job Description
True North is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join our HR team. This role offers a blend of administrative and strategic responsibilities, supporting key HR functions such as payroll, staffing, benefits administration, and employee engagement. This is a full-time role reporting to the Director of Human Resources.
If you're a self-starter who thrives in both independent work and team collaboration—and you bring a solid HR foundation with a passion for making a positive impact—we’d love to connect!
Primary Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
- Fully manage payroll processing, including data entry, documentation of changes, and related employee questions and requests.
- Oversee day-to-day HR administrative tasks including onboarding, offboarding, and HRIS data management.
- Manage open enrollment processes, benefits changes, and employee or provider inquiries
- Manage Leaves of Absence (LOA) documentation and related benefits
- Coordinate recruitment efforts, including job postings, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
- Manage documentation and processes including offer letters, background checks, and I-9 forms
- Support the development and communication of HR policies and procedures.
- Assist in administering performance review processes.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, etc.) and maintain required documentation
- Provide administrative support during company acquisitions, including employee transitions, orientations, and documentation.
Education, Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field(s)
- 1-2 years of HR experience including at least 1 year of payroll experience required
- Experience with ADP or similar HRIS/payroll systems preferred
- Capacity to apply discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and work independently or collaboratively.
- Aptitude for problem-solving detail orientation
- Foundational understanding of HR procedures and policies and federal/state employment regulations and laws
- Must consent to credit report and background check
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive base salary
- Bonus potential based on successful execution of firm goals and individual performance metrics
- 15 days Paid Time Off (PTO), increases each year based on tenure
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Telecommuting opportunities
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and HSA with $2,000 annual employer contribution
- Employee-only premiums for medical, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance covered 100% by the True North
- Additional perks and benefits: education reimbursement program, pet insurance, free Financial Planning services for employees and spouses
- Year-round engagement events including happy hours, coffee chats, lunches, and more!
Background:
True North Advisors was founded on the shared vision that the only way to truly provide clients with trustworthy advice is through complete independence, objectivity, and the absence of conflicts of interest.
We seek to provide peace of mind to our clients and their families. Managing an individual’s wealth is more than just dollars and cents. At True North, our Wealth Advisors work collaboratively with our Wealth Planning team using every lens to create comprehensive wealth plans. We offer innovative planning to provide perspective, opportunity, and fulfillment in every area of our clients’ lives. We were early adopters in recommending private investments, including public and private platform opportunities in real estate, private equity, and energy. We exercise financial discipline, ensuring our client’s personal goals are met.
Established in 2000, our mission has been to help our clients lead more fulfilled lives through trust, personalization, and simplicity. Go North today.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.