Human Resources (HR) Generalist
An International Industrial Construction / General Contractor Company is actively seeking a Huma Resources (HR) Generalist to join their office in Atlanta, GA. Responsibilities of HR Generalist: Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA/HSA, and 401(k). Serve as a primary liaison to benefit brokers, vendors, and third‑party administrators. Lead annual open enrollment and prepare clear, employee-friendly benefit communications. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws. FLSA, ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA etc. Manage full-cycle recruiting: job postings, screening, scheduling, interviewing coordination, and offers. Own the onboarding process to ensure a smooth new-hire experience, including documentation and orientation. Maintain accurate, well-organized HR records and ensure quick retrieval of information when needed. Support employee relations by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and escalating when appropriate. Maintain HR policies, assist with audits, and coordinate updates to the employee handbook. Prepare HR reports, metrics, and analytics in a timely and accurate manner. Provide HR operational support to subsidiaries, ensuring alignment with policies and practices. Assist subsidiary managers with HR matters, including benefits questions and employee support. Support performance review cycles, talent processes, and employee development programs. Manage offboarding including separations, exit interviews, and documentation. Contribute to cross-functional HR projects, process improvements, and culture-building initiatives. Provide proactive administrative support, anticipating information needs and delivering materials efficiently. Other job duties are assigned as needed. Qualifications of HR Generalist Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Experience: 3-5 years of HR experience (generalist experience preferred), and experience supporting multi-state or global workforce. Hands-on benefits administration and compliance knowledge (ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA), including vendor/broker coordination. Full-cycle recruiting and structured onboarding experience (from requisition to Day-1 readiness). Proficiency with HRIS and benefits platforms (e.g., ADP, UKG, Workday) and strong Excel/Office skills. Experience coordinating with subsidiaries or multiple entities, ensuring policy alignment and consistent employee experience. Preferred: SHRM-CP/PHR (or equivalent), experience with audits/process improvement, and HR reporting/metrics. Ability to be flexible to work effectively with wide variety of people and to work responsibly and effectively in a multicultural environment Excellent communication (Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening) and presentation skills Ability to multi-task and perform duties time efficiently Team-worker, Detail-oriented, Responsible, Punctual, Self-motivated Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision. Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.
