Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) · 1 day ago
HR Generalist
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expSkidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a global firm committed to shaping a better future through sustainable and impactful work. They are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to provide trusted advice and hands-on support in HR policies and procedures, manage employee relations, and enhance the employee experience across their New York and Washington, D.C. offices.
ArchitectureCommercial Real EstateInterior Design
Responsibilities
Primary point of contact for all staff providing high quality guidance and support services on HR policies and procedures across key HR areas to achieve business objectives
Manage complex Employee Relations cases from start to end by coaching, supporting, mentoring, and challenging the Leadership team in the application of HR best practices in order to minimize risks and financial exposure for the business
Support the development and maintenance of a performance management culture within all levels of leadership and staff by managing the annual performance review process
Complete all HR related processes and procedures that accompany a new hire, transfer, status change, studio change, address change, employee referral, etc
Build effective relationships with the business; coaching and developing all levels of leadership on HR related queries and how to develop their talent, including recruitment programs such as the Internship, Year-One, Shadowship, and mentorship programs
Work with the firmwide Generalist group and Director of Human Resources to develop and implement new HR initiatives to enhance the employee experience
Maintain "open door" atmosphere by ensuring visibility and availability of Human Resources function to all staff members. Assists in the coordination of the local Human Resources Department to ensure outstanding support for staff is maintained at all times
Work with all levels of leadership in managing the end to end recruitment process and hiring the right talent, by advertising open positions through relevant channels, CV screenings, interview scheduling
Responsible to maintain employee data accuracy through various current HR systems including Workday and ADP
Have a strong understanding of federal and local employment laws
Develop consistent and accurate HR analytics to support all levels of leadership in staffing, promotion, compensation, and other HR related questions
Other HR duties as and when required
Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members’ recognized abilities and potential
In collaboration with team members, contributes to a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule
Actively engages in internal professional development opportunities
Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge
Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures
Protects SOM from financial and legal risk
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience
5 or more years of Human Resources Generalist experience with at least 3 years' management experience
Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to build quick rapport with all levels of staff
Proven ability in problem identification, problem solving and conflict resolution
Thorough knowledge of all applicable local employment laws
Preferred
Experience in Google Suite including Google sheets, Google Docs, Google Slides
HRIS experience with Workday
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance
401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs
Inquire about our approach to flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program
Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development
Company
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
A global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners building a better future. Named No.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Candace Carroll
Chief Financial Officer
Carrie Byles
Partner
Recent News
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