HR Generalist

The HR Generalist provides comprehensive HR support to corporate also known as Enterprise Support Center (ESC) and leaders across multiple functions. This position serves as a trusted HR partner, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, organizational changes, talent initiatives, compensation and benefits programs, HR policies, employee engagement, and HR processes.

The HR Generalist partners closely with HR Centers of Excellence and business leaders to deliver a consistent employee experience while supporting the evolving needs of a growing and changing organization.

Responsibilities Include

HR Business Partnership Provide day-to-day HR guidance to ESC leaders and employees. Build strong partnerships with functional leaders to understand business needs and workforce priorities. Coach managers on employee relations, performance management, organizational changes, and HR policies. Serve as a connection point between corporate functions and HR specialty teams.

Employee Relations & Performance Management Advise leaders on performance concerns, corrective action, attendance, policy interpretation, and employee relations matters. Conduct employee investigations and prepare appropriate documentation. Coach leaders on effective employee conversations and performance expectations.

Escalate complex or higher-risk matters to senior HR leadership and Legal as appropriate. Organizational Change & Integration Support reorganizations, integrations, acquisitions, consolidations, and other organizational changes. Coordinate employee communications and documentation associated with job, reporting, compensation, payroll entity, or benefit changes.

Support workforce and organizational planning activities. Help employees and leaders navigate changes while maintaining continuity and engagement. Talent & Workforce Management Partner with Talent Acquisition on corporate hiring needs. Support onboarding and integration of new employees. Assist leaders with workforce planning, job changes, promotions, transfers, and organizational needs.

Partner with Talent Management on performance and talent initiatives. Compensation, Benefits & HR Programs Partner with Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and HRIS teams to address employee and leader questions. Support compensation reviews, promotions, job changes, and other employee transactions. Educate employees and managers regarding HR programs, policies, and processes.

Help identify and resolve payroll, benefits, and HRIS issues. HR Operations & Data Maintain accurate employee information and documentation. Coordinate employee transactions and organizational changes. Prepare and analyze HR information to identify workforce trends and potential areas of concern. Support audits, reporting, compliance initiatives, and HR projects.

Employee Engagement & Culture Support employee engagement, recognition, retention, and culture initiatives. Partner with leadership on communication strategies that improve employee understanding and engagement. Help identify employee concerns and recommend practical solutions. Support corporate-wide HR initiatives and programs.

Projects Assist with projects assigned in addition to consolidations/integrations. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 3–5 years of progressive HR experience , preferably supporting professional, corporate, or shared-services populations.

Experience with employee relations, investigations, performance management, and manager coaching. Experience supporting organizational change, reorganizations, or acquisitions/integrations preferred. Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices. Strong HRIS and Microsoft Office skills. Strong written communication, organization, judgment, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage confidential employee matters and multiple priorities. SHRM-CP or PHR preferred but not required.

Compensation

& Benefits: The pay range for this role is $75,000- $85,000 per year. This range represents what the company reasonably expects to pay an associate for this role based on current market data, internal equity, and other business factors. The actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations.

In addition to base pay, BradyPLUS offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and well-being of our associates and their families. Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), 401(k) Retirement and more.

About Imperial Brady: Imperial Brady is a leading North American distributor and solutions provider for cleaning and facility care, foodservice, and packaging. With more than 13,000 employees and a broad supply chain network, we deliver national scale with local expertise. Built on strong customer relationships and deep industry knowledge, we go beyond distribution—delivering Supplies + Support through expertise, service, and a commitment to making every customer touchpoint a plus.

We offer a dynamic environment for our more than 13,000 employees to work, learn, and grow professionally. We value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits (medical, dental, vision), a 401(k) program with company match, life insurance, a generous paid time off package, educational reimbursement, paid family leave, and adoption assistance.

We are excited to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team. Imperial Brady is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history, or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Our company is a Fair Chance employer, committed to providing opportunities for qualified individuals with past justice system involvement. We believe in assessing candidates based on their skills and experience. A conditional offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

MASSACHUSETTS APPLICANTS: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #imperialbradyjobs