Human Resources Generalist

Title: Human Resources Generalist 

Work Location: New York, NY (Currently Remote - Must Reside in the New York Tri-State Area and U.S.)

Salary: $65,000/yr. - $70,000/yr. Commensurate with experience

About Grameen America:

Grameen America is a nonprofit microfinance organization dedicated to helping low-income women entrepreneurs build businesses to enable upward financial mobility. We envision an inclusive society in which all entrepreneurs, regardless of gender, race or income, have access to fair and affordable financial services. We provide affordable capital, credit- and asset-building, education and peer support to enable our members to boost their business income, create jobs and transform communities.

Founded by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus in 2008, Grameen America is now the fastest growing nonprofit microfinance organization in the U.S., having achieved tremendous milestones in its first 16 years of operations, investing in 220,000 low-income women entrepreneurs while demonstrating measurable impact. Our members have repaid their loans at a rate of over 99% and have become economic drivers in their communities. For more information, please visit grameenamerica.org.

Job Overview: 

We are looking for a people-focused Human Resources Generalist (HRG) to join our Human Resources Team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys wearing many hats in HR. This position is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process and serving as a Human Resources Business Partner to assigned departments. The HRG supports managers and employees in areas such as recruitment, employee relations, performance management and compliance. The position reports to the Director of HR. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Recruitment 

• Manage the full recruitment cycle process, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, coordinating online assessments, facilitating background checks, and preparing offer letters.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop job descriptions, recruitment strategies, and guide managers through the selection process. 
• Represent our organization at career fairs, community events, and through social networking.
• Provide timely communication to candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process. 
• Accurately enter new hire information in the HRIS to ensure employee records are complete.
• Manage new hire documentation and compliance, including onboarding paperwork, E-Verify, and I-9 verification, to ensure accuracy and alignment with regulatory requirements.

HR Business Partner Responsibilities

• Support managers and employees on HR-related matters, including performance management and employee development. 
• Partner with managers to coach and advise on handling employee relations issues, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and policy interpretation to ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Collaborate with the HR Operations team to facilitate compensation-related actions, including relocation, promotions and other salary adjustments.  
• Attend virtual and in-person meetings with managers and employees.
• Conduct exit interviews to gather feedback and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in cross-functional HR projects. 

Requirements and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment and HR business partner responsibilities.
• Organized with strong attention to detail.
• Adaptable and flexible, with a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships across all levels and HR team. 
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment, adapting quickly to changing priorities and business needs. 
• Conversational Spanish skills are a plus.
• Knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.

Other Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license may be required, depending on the location of your role.

Travel: 

Attend quarterly staff meetings in New York City required. 

Travel for On-site support at various branches based on business needs (outside tri-state area).

What We Offer You: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Paid Holidays, vacation and sick time  
• 401K retirement savings plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness platform with two free coaching sessions per month
• Opportunity for advancement
• And more!

Grameen America is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to diversity and inclusion in its workplace. Grameen America employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual skills and qualifications without regard to the applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Grameen America, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program.

Must be able to legally work in the U.S.

Visa sponsorship not provided.