THE CLIENT

Our client is a global investment firm with offices across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. The firm is known for its high-performance environment and is in the process of building out a best-in-class People function. They are seeking a People Generalist to join their New York office and play a key role in supporting and scaling HR operations.

THE ROLE

This People Generalist will be a core member of the People team, supporting day-to-day HR operations and employee experience across the business. This is a highly visible, hands-on role with exposure to a broad range of HR disciplines, ideal for someone who enjoys building processes and improving how a function operates in a fast-growing environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing frontline HR support to employees, including policy guidance, employee relations matters, and day-to-day HR inquiries
Partnering with senior HR leadership to support designated teams and ensure smooth delivery of People initiatives
Managing employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, offboarding, internal transfers, and role changes
Maintaining HRIS data accuracy and supporting reporting, headcount tracking, and people analytics
Acting as a first point of contact for HR systems and data-related inquiries
Supporting payroll and benefits coordination alongside internal stakeholders
Managing and updating policies, handbooks, and internal HR documentation
Assisting with visa, immigration, and global mobility processes
Contributing to process improvement initiatives, helping to scale systems and enhance employee experience
Building internal resources such as guides, FAQs, and self-service tools

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is collaborative, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

5–7+ years of HR Generalist experience within financial services, professional services, or a fast-paced corporate environment
Bachelor’s degree required
Strong foundational knowledge across HR functions including employee relations, HR operations, benefits, and HRIS
Experience working with HR systems (Workday, HiBob, or similar) and strong Excel or Google Sheets skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a high-growth or evolving environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of an organization
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Collaborative mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
Comfort with ambiguity and interest in building and improving processes

COMP & BENEFITS

Base salary: $150K–$180K
Discretionary bonus
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer contribution
Generous paid time off
Opportunity to join a high-growth, globally expanding firm
Strong exposure to senior leadership and career growth potential

Joss Search is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, passionately supporting and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building an inclusive culture, respecting our individual differences and bringing our community together

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