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Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to support a distributed organization based in Boston, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can take full ownership of core HR operations while partnering closely with leadership and working independently in a remote environment. The role focuses on benefits administration, leave management, onboarding coordination, and HR process support for a global workforce.
Responsibilities:
Administer day-to-day HR operations across a remote employee population, ensuring processes are handled accurately and efficiently.
Oversee paid family and medical leave programs, including coordination, documentation, and employee support throughout the leave cycle.
Manage benefits-related activities such as enrollments, updates, eligibility changes, and responses to employee questions.
Coordinate onboarding activities to create a smooth and organized experience for new hires joining the company.
Provide project support for HR initiatives by tracking timelines, organizing tasks, and helping drive completion of key deliverables.
Maintain and update employee information within HR systems while supporting overall HR data accuracy and compliance.
Collaborate with internal HR leaders and cross-functional partners to support people operations across domestic and international teams.
Contribute knowledge of employer-of-record practices when supporting HR processes involving international workers. Requirements
Previous experience in an HR Generalist or broad HR operations role with ownership of core administrative processes.
Strong background in benefits administration and employee leave management, including paid family and medical leave.
Experience supporting onboarding and general HR administration in a fast-paced environment.
Comfort working independently with limited day-to-day oversight while staying organized and accountable.
Familiarity with HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate employee records and workflows.
Exposure to international organizations or globally distributed teams is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of employer-of-record models is a plus.
Strong communication and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.