Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

AArete is one-of-a-kind when it comes to consulting firm culture.

We're a global, innovative management and technology consulting firm, with offices in the U.S., India, and the U.K. Our name comes from the Greek word for excellence: "Arete." And excellence is exactly what we strive for.

Our success starts with enriching and empowering our people. From robust career development planning to competitive life and wellness benefits, AArete's "Culture of Care" takes a holistic approach to the employee experience.

AAretians (our team members) are leaders at every level. You are encouraged to unlock your full potential by directly contributing to our mission and prioritizing space for personal development and fulfillment.

The Role

The HR Generalist will join a dynamic team of human resource professionals who work collaboratively to grow our firm globally. Primary responsibilities include compliance, HRIS data and analytics, managing global subcontractor onboarding, extensions, and offboarding, providing exceptional customer service, and providing support to the HR Lead & Manager. The role provides a unique opportunity to lend your generalist, data, and HRIS skills and experience to our department's continued growth.

Work You'll Do

• Manages global subcontractor onboarding and offboarding
• Conducts ad hoc and ongoing reporting and analysis for leadership
• Prepares presentation materials for executive leadership and board members
• Develops and maintains HR dashboards that provide insights into workforce trends
• Ensures the integrity and accuracy of data in the HRIS (Human Resource Information System) and continuously seeks enhancements
• Supports AArete's performance management efforts by reporting on review progress, sending reminders, coordinating calibrations, and managing performance improvement documentation
• Tracks and maintains various compliance efforts including HIPAA training, Affirmative Action Program certifications, and subcontractor handbook updates
• Oversees AArete's survey system and coordinates ad hoc surveys as well as the company's annual employee engagement survey
• Coordinates pre-employment and pre-client engagement screenings and compliance requirements for subcontractors and employees
• Serves as contact for various HR vendors
• Assists in the execution and management of special projects to ensure they are completed on time and with accuracy
• Opportunity to play a key role in contract resource audit to mitigate risks
• Expected to own and lead an audit workstream to reduce risk exposure, drive data analysis, implement administrative changes, and facilitate education across impacted business areas
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a related Human Resources role
• Bachelor's degree required
• Experience with an HRIS system is required
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in work
• Interest in focusing on more back-end HR responsibilities
• Excellent knowledge & understanding of HR functions and best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience working in Human Resources
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and operate with discretion
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship
• Applicants must be based in Chicago, IL, and flexible to work from our Chicago office as needed
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Human Resources or related field
• aPHR, PHR, or equivalent certification
• Prior HR experience in a professional services or consulting environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible PTO, monthly half-day refuels, volunteer time off, 10 paid holidays
• Own Your Day flexible work policy
• Competitive majority employer-paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match
• Generous paid parental leave options
• Employer paid Life Insurance, STD, LTD
• Charitable contribution matching program
• New client commission opportunities and referral bonus program
• Bike share discount program

The estimated base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000. In addition to this base salary, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This range is a part of a competitive, total compensation package together with our majority employer-paid benefits and incentive pay for eligible roles. Please note that this range is a guideline and individual total compensation may vary due to numerous factors including but not limited to experience level, certifications, and other relevant business considerations.

AArete will accept applications until the position is filled. The job posting will be removed once the role is no longer available.

We put humans at the center of our work

We're a global management and technology consulting firm specializing in strategic profitability improvement, digital transformation, and strategy & change for clients. Our cross-industry solutions are powered by a digital-first mindset, market intelligence, and data-driven approach to deliver purposeful change, actionable insights, and guaranteed results.

But what sets us apart is our people. We are guided by our deeply embedded guiding principles: Excellence, Passion, Loyalty to Clients, Stewardship, Family, Community, Sustainability, and Inclusion.

And we've been recognized as a top firm to work for by companies like Forbes, Top Workplaces Chicago Tribune, and Consulting Magazine.

We've earned a Great Place to Work Certification and been named a World's Best Management Consulting Firm by Forbes, Vault's Top 50 Firms to Work For, Crain's Chicago Business Fast 50, Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Firms, and Consulting Magazine's Fastest Growing Firms.

Learn more about our award-winning culture

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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