HR Generalist

HR Generalist

$75000 - $85000 per year | Cary, NC | On-site | Permanent

Opportunity to join a fast growing Real Estate Investment firm as an HR Generalist!

A bit about us:

About the Company

Our client is a growing, privately held real estate investment and asset management firm headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. With an entrepreneurial culture and ambitious growth plans, the organization is continuing to invest in its people, operational infrastructure, and internal processes to support its expanding portfolio and business operations.

The company offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment where employees have direct access to leadership, take ownership of their responsibilities, and play an important role in the organization's continued success.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Human Resources Generalist to join a growing HR department and work directly alongside the organization's Vice President of Human Resources.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys having ownership across multiple areas of Human Resources rather than being limited to one specialized function.

The ideal candidate will be someone who can hit the ground running, independently manage day-to-day HR responsibilities, and become a trusted resource for employees, managers, and executive leadership.

We are particularly interested in individuals who have worked within growing, entrepreneurial organizations where they have been responsible for improving HR processes, solving problems independently, and supporting business leaders in a fast-moving environment.

Why join us?

This position offers the chance to join a growing real estate investment organization at an exciting stage of its development.

You'll work directly with senior HR leadership, gain exposure to a broad range of HR responsibilities, and have the opportunity to influence how the HR function evolves as the business continues to expand.

Unlike positions within large, highly segmented HR departments, this role offers meaningful ownership, visibility with leadership, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on employees and business operations.

If you're an experienced HR Generalist who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems, and helping build a strong HR function within a growing organization, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management

Manage day-to-day HR operations, including employee onboarding, offboarding, personnel changes, and employee records.

Coordinate new-hire orientation, background checks, employment verification, and onboarding documentation.

Maintain accurate employee information within HRIS platforms and personnel files.

Process employee status changes, promotions, compensation adjustments, and terminations.

Develop, document, and improve HR policies, procedures, and workflows.

Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes and improve HR efficiency.

Employee Relations & Leadership Support

Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, workplace concerns, benefits, and employment practices.

Partner with the VP of HR on employee relations matters, performance management, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.

Provide guidance to managers on employee documentation, communication, and performance-related concerns.

Handle sensitive employee information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.

Support initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, accountability, and workplace culture.

Identify potential employee relations concerns and escalate sensitive matters appropriately.

Benefits Administration, Payroll & Compensation

Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, leave programs, and other employee offerings.

Coordinate new-hire benefits enrollment, qualifying life events, and annual open enrollment.

Work with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, payroll providers, and external partners.

Partner with Finance and payroll stakeholders to ensure accurate employee information, deductions, and compensation changes.

Support compensation administration, salary adjustments, bonus documentation, and related reporting.

Assist with employee leave administration, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other applicable requirements.

HR Compliance & Risk Management

Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Maintain required employment documentation, including Form I-9 records, personnel files, and compliance reporting.

Assist with employee handbook updates and internal HR policy development.

Monitor HR practices and identify opportunities to strengthen compliance.

Support workers' compensation administration, unemployment claims, and employment verification requests.

Assist with internal HR audits and maintain accurate, confidential employee records.

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition Support

Partner with internal recruiting resources and hiring managers to coordinate hiring activities.

Assist with offer letters, pre-employment requirements, and onboarding.

Support workforce planning and hiring coordination as the organization grows.

Help create consistent onboarding processes that improve the new-hire experience.

Work closely with hiring managers to ensure employees are properly integrated into their respective teams.

HR Systems, Reporting & Process Improvement

Maintain HRIS data accuracy and support ongoing system improvements.

Assist with implementation or optimization of HR technology platforms.

Prepare HR reports related to headcount, turnover, onboarding, and workforce metrics.

Identify inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements to HR processes.

Partner with HR leadership to develop scalable policies and procedures that support organizational growth.

Real Estate Investment & Multi-Entity HR Support

Support HR administration across multiple business entities, departments, or affiliated operations, as applicable.

Maintain accurate employee records, reporting structures, and payroll-related information across applicable entities.

Assist with workforce changes related to business expansion, acquisitions, or organizational restructuring.

Support consistent HR practices while accommodating the operational needs of different business units.

Assist with HR-related due diligence and employee integration activities when needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

3–6+ years of hands-on Human Resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist or similarly broad HR operations position.

Experience managing employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, HR compliance, and employee lifecycle processes.

Working knowledge of federal and North Carolina employment laws.

Experience using HRIS, payroll, and/or benefits administration platforms.

Ability to independently manage multiple HR responsibilities with limited oversight.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish trust with employees and leadership.

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and discretion when handling confidential information.

Comfortable working in a growing organization where processes and priorities may evolve.

Ability to work onsite in Raleigh, NC, five days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

HR experience within real estate investment, property management, private equity, financial services, construction, or professional services.

Experience supporting a growing organization with multiple entities, departments, or locations.

Experience working directly with a VP of HR, HR Director, or senior executive within a lean HR department.

Experience building, documenting, or improving HR policies and operational processes.

Familiarity with UKG, ADP, Paylocity, Paycom, or similar HRIS platforms.

SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent HR certification.

Experience supporting organizational growth, acquisitions, or employee integration initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Beyond the technical HR experience, our client is looking for someone who brings maturity, accountability, and excellent judgment to the position.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

Takes initiative and doesn't need constant direction to get things done.

Understands how to balance employee advocacy with the operational needs of the business.

Can confidently handle sensitive employee relations matters while knowing when to involve senior leadership.

Enjoys improving processes and creating structure within a growing organization.

Builds strong working relationships through reliability, discretion, and consistent follow-through.

Is comfortable wearing multiple hats and supporting a wide variety of HR responsibilities.

Wants to become a trusted, long-term partner to the VP of Human Resources.

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