Human Resources Generalist at Commonwealth Payroll HR

Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jul, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

02 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Human Resources, Compliance, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Recruiting, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Payroll Administration, Project Management, Consulting, Policy Implementation, Data Accuracy, Coaching, Communication, Relationship Building

Industry

Human Resources

Description

Commonwealth Cash Management / CommpayHR is seeking an experienced and client-focused External People Ops – HR Generalist to deliver fractional Human Resources services to our client organizations. This role acts as a trusted HR business partner, supporting client leadership teams with hands-on HR guidance, compliance support, and people-centered solutions. The External People Ops – HR Generalist plays a critical role in advancing our "Be the Employest" initiative - helping client organizations become employers of choice while strengthening compliance, process consistency, and employee experience. This is an ideal opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety, client engagement, consulting-style work, and leveraging HR technology to drive meaningful outcomes. What You'll Do In this role, you will provide end-to-end HR generalist support across multiple client environments, including: Deliver fractional HR services aligned with each client's defined scope of engagement Serve as a trusted advisor to client leadership, managers, and non-HR stakeholders Administer HR programs including onboarding, employee relations, performance management, training, and policy implementation Support recruiting efforts, including job postings, hiring processes, and new hire orientation Administer benefits programs, including employee communications and issue resolution Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws Support affirmative action initiatives and EEO reporting (including EEO-1 filings) Partner with internal Client Experience teams as needed to support service delivery Act as a project manager for HRIS implementations, payroll platform transitions, and other HR technology initiatives Become an expert in CommpayHR's HRIS and employee management platforms (including iSolved and proprietary solutions such as Share & Perform, Attract & Hire, and Learn & Grow) Identify opportunities to expand client engagements through additional consulting services, software adoption, or improved HR processes Maintain HRIS records, generate reports, and ensure data accuracy Recommend process improvements and best practices to enhance efficiency and client outcomes What We're Looking For Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field 2–5 years of progressive HR generalist experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment law compliance Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills Experience working with HRIS platforms and employee data systems Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities Comfortable coaching and supporting non-HR leaders and teams Preferred Attributes: Experience working in a client-facing, consulting, or multi-organization environment Familiarity with HR technology implementations or payroll system transitions A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills Why Join Us Work in a dynamic, client-facing HR role with meaningful impact Exposure to a wide range of industries, leadership styles, and workplace challenges Opportunity to grow your HR consulting and business partner skill set Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on helping employers be their best

Responsibilities

The HR Generalist provides fractional HR services to client organizations, acting as a trusted advisor for leadership teams. Responsibilities include managing onboarding, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and HR technology initiatives.