Sr. HR Generalist

About Our Client

A highly reputable Global non-profit specializing in the care of optical support for those in need. Providing eye care treatment internationally.

• Provides counsel and support to managers/supervisors on issues of company/HR policy application, production operation Human Resource needs and provides HR services to team members.
• Revamp employee handbook and make updates to writing policies and procedures aligned with company guidelines.
• Practices strong engagement with all team members including accepting diversity of ideas and thoughts, sharing responsibility for success, demonstrating honesty and integrity, helping employees solve problems and showing respect.
• Conduct ER investigations, analyze organizational health issues, and work in partnership with the HR Manager to develop and execute plans to address problem areas.
• Provide guidance on employment related issues (such as ADA, FMLA, FLSA, harassment, discrimination, diversity, corrective action and progressive discipline) to operations leadership.
• Prepares reports and identifies trends in employee related issues, turnover and performance trends and provides solutions to operations leadership.
• Facilitate HR processes and operations programs to ensure ethical, fair and consistent approach.
• Creates and develops model for sustaining positive employee relations and positive culture building.
• Assist with the creation and implementation of effective training and development programs to meet SOP requirements, skill proficiency and development needs.
• Supports the development and administration of programs, policies and processes to facilitate employee and organizational development.
• Provide counseling and direction to employees, facilitate communication, and help to resolve conflicts that impact employee engagement.
• Conduct pre-employment screenings and facilitate onboarding when needed.
• Assist with the organization's performance management process by coaching, educating, and providing feedback to managers/supervisors.
• Develops proactive communications, employee relations/recognition and appreciation programs.
• Provides HR support to operations safety programs, initiatives and processes including return to work and coordination of workers compensation programs.
• Performs other assignments as directed.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

• 3+ years experience as a Sr. HR Coordinator / Generalist.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or similar field.
• Strong writing skills a must for revamp of policies and procedures essential.
• Experienced with ADP WFN and Workday highly preferred.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Attention to Detail - Being meticulous about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
• Communication - The ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use discretion when conversing with individuals both internally and externally in order to avoid sharing sensitive information.
• Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to establish proper goals and to meet/exceed during a specified timeline.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

• Highly desirable hourly rate
• Fully remote position, with office located in Manhattan
• Flexible work schedule (option to worked earlier / later dependent on needs)
• Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm typical work schedule
• Medical, dental and vision benefits provided on day 1
• Fantastic company culture, reporting directly to the CHRO (based in New York)