Friends of the Earth · 2 days ago
Senior HR Generalist (Compensation, Benefits & Compliance)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $93K/yr
5+ years expFriends of the Earth is a progressive environmental organization dedicated to protecting the planet and its people. The Senior HR Generalist oversees HR functions related to compensation, benefits, and compliance, acting as a trusted advisor to employees and managers while ensuring operational effectiveness and compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, and leave plans
Lead the annual benefits enrollment process
Verify accurate benefit deductions and timely processing of updates
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions related to benefits, leave, and eligibility
Maintain benefits data and documentation in the HRIS system and ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., COBRA, ACA, ERISA)
Collaborate with vendors to resolve benefit-related issues to support a positive employee experience
Administer and oversee the organization’s retirement plan, including participant transactions, plan changes, and compliance activities
Function as the primary liaison with the retirement plan broker, helping ensure effective service delivery, annual testing, and rollover processing
Lead communication to staff on plan updates, enrollment, and retirement planning resources
Support the annual compensation review cycle by helping ensure data integrity, documentation accuracy, and timely implementation of approved updates
Conduct salary benchmarking and job evaluations to maintain internal equity and market competitiveness under the direction of the HR leadership
Partner with HR leadership in implementing compensation practices that comply with organizational and compliance requirements
Partner with managers to process approved salary and incentive adjustments changes in accordance with established approval protocols
Develops and recommends salary ranges for new and promotional positions, ensuring alignment with compensation frameworks and equity principles
Oversees payroll inputs and works with accounting to ensure accurate payroll processing
Manage workers’ compensation plan administration, including documentation, reporting and renewal, follow-up with employees, managers, and insurance brokers
Assist with worker classification processes including interns, fellows, part-time, full-time and temporary employees, contractors and vendors, in compliance with HR policies, labor, and tax regulations
Maintain accurate and compliant HR administration by reviewing organizational contracts with foreign and domestic individuals and entities that require HR approval
Help ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws
Maintain HR documentation and required postings, support audit processes, and contribute to risk mitigation efforts
Provide responsive and confidential HR operations support including co-managing the HR inbox and ensuring timely follow-up on employee inquiries
Contribute to the development and rollout of HR programs, related to benefits administration, compensation practices, and compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational policies, legal requirements, and operational needs
Collaborate with HR leadership to streamline processes and enhance people operations processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of progressive HR experience, including direct experience in employee benefits administration, compensation processes, and compliance-related activities
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance requirements
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving, and judgement skills, with the ability to navigate complex or sensitive situations
Ability to balance people's needs with process and system requirements
Strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams and build strong working relationships
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment with shifting or competing deadlines
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Experience managing HRIS systems and ensuring data integrity and accurate record management
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with modern HR tools and systems, including experience with BambooHR or similar HRIS platforms
Preferred
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
Learning-oriented mindset with creativity in approaching challenges
Benefits
37.5-hour work week to support work-life balance
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage (80% for eligible dependents)
Disability and life insurance for added security
Flexible Spending Account (FSA ) for healthcare and dependent care
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Generous paid time off, including:
25 vacation days to start
15 paid holidays
20 sick days
3 floating holidays
Summer Fridays (the last two Fridays in July and all Fridays in August)
Winter break (office closed between Christmas and New Year’s)
Parental leave, sabbatical options, and more
Professional development and IT stipend
Education reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company
Friends of the Earth
Friends of the Earth works to ensure environmental and social justice and the rights of people to secure sustainable communities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
London Evening Standard
2025-06-07
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