HR Generalist

We are looking for a fully onsite HR Generalist to support core people operations for a contract-to permanent opportunity in the southwest side of Chicago, Illinois. This position will play a key role in maintaining smooth HR processes, supporting employees and managers, and helping deliver a positive workplace experience. The ideal candidate brings a balanced background in HR administration, benefits administration and payroll processing along with the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism.

Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day human resources activities, including employee documentation, records maintenance, and general HR administrative coordination.
• Processing full cycle payroll for 150 employees
• Assist with benefits-related processes such as enrollment support, employee questions, and coordination of required updates during qualifying events or annual changes.
• Maintain accurate employee data within HRIS platforms and help ensure records are current, organized, and compliant with internal standards.
• Partner with managers and internal stakeholders to support HR initiatives, improve employee experience, and address routine personnel matters.

Qualifications:

• Strong HR Generalist experience
• Strong experience in ADP
• Experience in processing AP and AR are preferred
• Familiarity with benefits administration and employee benefit-related support.
• Proficiency using HRIS systems and maintaining accurate personnel information.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits available to contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k)plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Compensation

$24.00-$27.00 Hourly

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