HR Generalist (Compensation)

About Atrium:

Client Overview:

Our client, a higher education institution, is expanding its Human Resources team and looking to bring on an HR Generalist (Compensation). The organization operates in a collaborative, fast-growing environment and values equity, transparency, and employee engagement.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$35/hr – $40/hr 
$80k – $90k once permanent

Position Overview:

The organization is seeking an experienced HR Generalist with a strong background in compensation to support its growing HR function. This role will play a key part in compensation analytics, salary benchmarking, and job architecture while partnering closely with hiring managers on workforce planning and retention initiatives. The position begins as a temporary assignment with the potential to convert to permanent and is based in the Bronx with a hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities of the HR Generalist (Compensation):

• Support compensation initiatives, including salary reviews, benchmarking, and market analysis.
• Develop and update job descriptions in collaboration with Hiring Managers.
• Assist with compensation-related projects and reporting.
• Partner with leadership on hiring, retention, and workforce planning strategies.
• Provide general HR operational support across multiple functions.
• Utilize HR systems and tools to maintain accurate compensation and employee data.
• Support compliance efforts, including considerations for multi-state employment.

Required Experience/Skills for the HR Generalist (Compensation):

• 2 – 3+ years of HR Generalist experience.
• Hands-on experience supporting compensation projects or initiatives.
• Strong understanding of HR operations and best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS and compensation tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the HR Generalist (Compensation):

• Experience working in a nonprofit organization.
• Experience using Canva or other creative/design tools.
• Working knowledge of California employment laws.
• Experience with HR analytics and reporting.
• Exposure to Personalist or similar HR systems.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required.

Benefits:

• Full benefits package at time of conversion.

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