HR Generalist

 As an Engage Fi employee, you can expect:

• To work with an amazing and collaborative team
• To create and innovate in your role and see the impact you make on the business and client experience
• To be a part of an award-winning team – Inc. 500 (2018), Inc. 5000 (2019, 2021, 2022, 2024), Tampa Bay Business Journal Fast 50 (2021, 2023, 2024), Great Place to Work (2023, 2024)
• All employees to cultivate and encourage new ideas and thrive on a fun and productive work environment
• To join a highly engaged workforce that supports personal and professional growth, empowerment, and lives by servant leadership

What we provide:

• Competitive pay, incentive programs, 401k matching
• Unlimited time off plus 11 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision health plans with FSA or HSA options
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to the communities we serve
• Paid remote work expenses 
• Career development, trainings, continuous learning, and employee recognition 
• Team engagement events and activities
• Culture of growth and continuous improvement
• A great place to work (Certified 2023 & 2024!

About Us:

Engage fi was founded on the principle of putting ourselves in our clients’ shoes to understand their needs, their business objectives, and their definition of success. What sets us apart from other options is our focus on the client, and a little bit more: more transparency, more innovation, more savings, more incentives, more fun, more collaboration. We take pride in our people, process, and tools guaranteeing that your experience with engage fi will surpass your expectations. Our emphasis on the education, efficiency, and effectiveness needed to drive the growth of our industry will align to the needs of the consumer and your internal team. Our collective experience working for and with vendors and financial institutions in the past gives us tremendous insight into the capabilities of the vendors that our clients work with. We aim to leverage our knowledge and tools to save time, improve efficiency, and provide the pricing leverage the financial institution needs. 

With over 450 years of industry experience, the team at Engage fi is a blend of consultants, educators, matchmakers, integrators, and advocates. We are laser-focused on guiding financial institutions through our proven process and enabling them to make informed, timely decisions on vendor relationships so they can change at the speed of the consumer. Engage fi has completed over 525 strategic projects for financial institutions and negotiated over $2.2 billion in savings and incentives for our clients. We have a unique approach, and our strategic projects are as unique as the clients we serve. Let’s Engage! www.engagefi.com

About You:

• You are a proactive and detail-oriented professional passionate about supporting people and fostering a positive workplace culture.
• You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy tackling multiple challenges with ease.
• You are experienced in HR functions and have a strong understanding of policies, procedures, and best practices.
• You excel at building relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders.
• You are highly organized, managing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• You stay informed on employment laws and HR trends, ensuring compliance and best practices.
• You are a problem-solver who approaches challenges with a solutions-focused mindset.
• You leverage HR technology and systems effectively to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• You are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued.

Position Summary:

The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing, administering pay, benefits, and leave, ensuring compliance with company policies and practices, and promoting employee satisfaction and engagement.

Essential Functions & Additional Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with department leaders to understand skills and competencies required for openings
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications
• Plans and supports company-wide information meetings such as open enrollment, new employee onboarding, and retirement education 
• Administers employee recognition programs and leads the Employee Engagement Committee in planning activities and events for the company including charitable contribution programs
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and administers the LMS in partnership with leaders to support training and development needs
• Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information
• Completes semi-monthly payroll processing ensuring proper handling of new hires, salary changes, bonus/commission payments, deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and managers, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate party
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• 2 years of human resource management experience preferred with at least 1 year of payroll processing experience
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Position Type//Expected hours of Work:

Full Time / 40 hours per week

Location:

• Remote in Tampa, FL
• Requires travel to the office as needed for New Employee Onboarding or special meetings/events

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.