Human Resources Generalist Jobs

Position Title/Status: HR Generalist/Exempt

Department: HR/People Operations

Reports to:Sr. Manager, HR and People Operations

COMPANY PROFILE

Universal Companies is the leading single-source supplier to the spa and wellness industry, providing education and supplying thousands of products to help day spas, resort spas, medical spas, salons and independent practitioners manage and grow their businesses. We are profitable, growing and committed to building an outstanding team.Our company culture is built on passionate people - we value our team and strive to have every person thrilled to build this company together. The team is highly incentivized to do well, and we’re invested in the future of each person. We realize that talented people have options, and those who choose Universal Companies mean a great deal to us. We want you to grow professionally, have a lot of fun, and be surrounded by the best. Reflective of the area’s strong sense of community, the Universal family of employees has a true passion for all things spa and wellness.

Reasons to work for us - Competitive benefits package including:

•401K with a company match

•Company shared/partially-paid health benefits

•Dental and vision benefits

•Company sponsored employee events throughout the year

•Company discretionary bonus program

•Professional floating days, vacation, sick time, and paid holidays

•Professional development

•Discounted spa products

•Flexible work schedule and the possibility to work remotely

•Corporate headquarters in the historic small town of Abingdon, Virginia, nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role has the responsibility and accountability for supporting every aspect of the employee journey from hiring to onboarding, performance previews, performance reviews, and employee development. Duties will include overseeing the onboarding process of new employees, training company employees about corporate policies and procedures, and providing support to the corporate workforce. Additional duties will involve working with internal communications to help develop the company culture, increase employee value, analyze metrics and provide insights for goal setting. And, to assist with aligning the needs of the employees with the overall mission of the company.

This position will require in office work in Abingdon VA.The expectation would be a hybrid schedule with the majority of time in the office. Some work from home will be a strong possibility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

•Assist with administering the compensation and benefit plans

•Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes

•Conduct employee onboarding and help organize training and development initiatives

•Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves and compensation and resolve any issues that may arise

•Promote HR/People Operations programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace

•Assist in development and implementation of human resource/people operations policies

•Undertake tasks around performance management

•Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates

•Organize annual employee performance reviews

•Organize quarterly employee performance previews

•Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form

•Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, applying new perks and benefits and organizing team building activities

•Ensure compliance with labor regulations

•Participates in coaching and disciplinary discussions as required

•Works with management to ensure all job descriptions are uniform and current

•Participates in strategic planning sessions to ensure personnel practices are in alignment with business strategies

•Performs other project work, duties and responsibilities as required or requested

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

•Proven experience as an HR Generalist

•Human Resources certification – SHRM Certified Professional (SPHR or PHR) preferred

•Bachelor’s degree preferred

•Undergraduate degree in business or human resources or equivalent combination of education and experience

•Outstanding knowledge of of MS Office and HRIS systems would be a plus

•Highly developed interpersonal, presentation, and oral/written communication skills

•Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with management staff, employees, and general public

•Excellent and efficient time management skills and ability to prioritize workload

•Excellent and efficient change management skills

•Excellent people management skills

•Ability to apply and adapt practices and techniques

This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Incumbent will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.