Human Resources Generalist
Hybrid 3 days NYC
Salary: $80-100K DOE
Must have 3- 5 years of fashion retail HR experience
Client Overview: Our client is a globally recognized luxury fashion brand known for its sophisticated ready-to-wear, swim, and resort collections that blend modern femininity with timeless craftsmanship.
Role Overview: Our client is looking for a hands-on HR Generalist to support Corporate and Retail teams in a fast-paced environment. This role plays a key part in delivering day-to-day HR operations while partnering closely with leaders to ensure compliance, foster strong employee relationships, and support performance, development, and workplace safety initiatives.
HR Generalist Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with HR leadership and business leaders to support HR initiatives across compliance, performance management, and employee engagement
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws, updating policies and required postings as regulations evolve
- Monitor changes in U.S. employment legislation and recommend updates to HR practices accordingly
- Serve as a trusted resource for managers on performance management, goal setting, and employee development
- Partner cross-functionally with payroll and operations teams to support payroll accuracy and employee lifecycle processes
- Conduct exit interviews and provide actionable insights to leadership to help improve retention
- Act as a first point of contact for employee relations matters, addressing concerns promptly and professionally
- Conduct workplace investigations, gather facts, and recommend appropriate next steps
- Ensure consistent documentation and escalation of sensitive or high-risk issues
- Guide managers through corrective action processes, performance improvement plans, and terminations when necessary
- Coach leaders on delivering effective feedback and conducting meaningful performance conversations
- Work closely with payroll and HR partners to ensure payroll practices align with U.S. regulations
- Assist with annual performance review and compensation planning cycles
- Support compensation analysis and contribute to recommendations that align with market trends
- Coordinate required compliance and annual training programs
- Manage onboarding and orientation activities to ensure a smooth new hire experience
- Maintain training records and support external learning initiatives
- Communicate HR policy updates and training materials to teams as needed
- Support Workers’ Compensation claims and liaise with insurance providers
- Help administer workplace health and safety programs across corporate and retail locations
- Track and report workplace incidents in compliance with OSHA requirements
- Promote safe work practices and ensure adherence to safety standards
- Contribute to HR projects and initiatives as assigned by HR leadership
HR Generalist Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in a broad HR generalist role
- Prior experience supporting retail or fashion environments preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS/Payroll systems
- Spanish language skills are a plus
