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Lincoln Avenue Communities · 3 months ago

Sr. HR Generalist

Santa Monica, California, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

Lincoln Avenue Communities (LAC) is a leading, mission-driven real estate private equity firm focused on affordable housing development and preservation. They are seeking a seasoned Sr. HR Generalist to manage HR operations, compliance, and engagement initiatives while enhancing employee experience and supporting organizational growth.

Property ManagementReal EstateService Industry

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end HR compliance processes, including leaves of absence, policy enforcement, records management, and regulatory reporting, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local laws

Stay ahead of legal and compliance changes, recommending practical policy updates to keep the organization protected and agile

Conduct internal audits to maintain process integrity across the employee lifecycle, addressing gaps with clear, actionable fixes

Lead offboarding processes, ensuring consistency, compliance, and a respectful employee experience

Act as a trusted resource for employees and managers on HR policies and sensitive issues, handling inquiries with discretion and empathy

Keep employee handbooks, SOPs, and HRIS systems up-to-date, ensuring they reflect current practices and support operational efficiency

Design and deliver high-impact engagement programs, such as company-wide culture events, recognition initiatives, and milestone celebrations, for morale and retention

Manage program logistics, budgets, and vendors, using feedback and retrospectives to refine and improve outcomes

Build scalable templates, toolkits, and resources that enable teams to run consistent, high-quality programs independently

Gather employee feedback through surveys and conversations, using insights to propose and implement initiatives that strengthen culture and connection

Enhance HR workflows like onboarding, internal mobility, and performance feedback to support scalability and a seamless employee experience

Utilize AI tools to design, test, and optimize HR processes, such as automating onboarding workflows, analyzing engagement survey data, or generating insights for policy improvements, ensuring efficiency and data-driven decision-making

Partner with the VP, Human Resources on cross-functional projects, contributing insights to improve performance, engagement, or compliance strategies

Leverage HR analytics and employee feedback to identify trends, diagnose issues, and propose data-driven solutions that drive business value

Collaborate across the People Team to ensure cohesive program delivery and alignment with organizational priorities

Qualification

HR compliance managementEmployee engagement programsHR analyticsPolicy enforcementProcess improvementProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration