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HR Generalist (Compensation)

Atrium

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35–$40 Per Hour
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Benchmarking, Best Practices, Business Administration, Compensation Analysis, Cross-Functional, Employment Law, Genetics, HRIS/HRMS, Higher Education, Human Resources, Human Resources Analytics, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Market Analysis, Nonprofit, Operational Support, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Strategic Planning, Team Player, Workforce Planning
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
3 days ago
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.
Job Wrapping ID: #LI-AJ3

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Position ID: 398496

About the Company

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Atrium

Founded in 1995, Atrium is a global WBENC certified leader in Extended Workforce Management and Talent Solutions that partners with the world’s largest brands to reimagine how work gets done. Guided by our Applicant-Centric™ philosophy, we approach hiring from the perspective of the candidate. By getting to know you and listening to what truly motivates you, we build lasting relationships and find our applicants jobs they love.

COMPANY SIZE
250 to 500 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1995
WEBSITE
https://www.atriumglobal.com