Human Resources Generalist

Company Description

Brightspot Incentives & Events is an award-winning agency specializing in creating tailored sales incentive programs, group incentive travel, meeting planning, and engagement campaigns for Fortune 1000 and mid-market clients. We help organizations achieve performance improvements, measurable results, and maximize participant engagement through customized solutions. From once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences to large-scale event planning and creative campaigns, Brightspot delivers best-in-class execution at every stage. Our commitment to excellence and distinctive creativity has earned us recognition, including being named one of the Best Places to Work in the Meetings Industry. Brightspot is dedicated to creating memorable experiences that inspire and drive success for our clients and their teams.

Role Description

Seeking a positive, detail-oriented HR Generalist who is passionate about creating a positive workplace and capable of handling multiple priorities in a fun, fast-paced environment. The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for supporting daily human resource operations amd enforcing company policies and practices. This role touches all HR-related functions, including recruitment and hiring, payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and employee relations.

Main Responsibilities

• Administer and support day-to-day HR operations and functions.
• Assist with recruitment by managing job postings, scheduling interviews, facilitating offer letters and pre-employment screenings, and new hire onboarding.
• Maintain employee records in HR database, ensuring completion and accuracy of details such as employee contact information, job status, pay rates, organizational structure, and other key details.
• Review policies and practices to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Supports benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and employee questions.
• Help manage employee relations issues and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with record audits and reporting, including payroll hours, 401K audits, Workers' Comp, and other compliance reviews.
• Review biweekly timesheets and benefit payment files.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports To

• Controller

Minimum Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 2–4 years of HR experience, including payroll administration; HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus
• HR experience supporting a diverse multi-state workforce
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations, and HR best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and HRIS system (QuickBooks preferred)

Brings to the Table

• Energy, enthusiasm, and positivity
• Organization and attention to detail
• Analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• Customer service skills and the ability to work well with employees at all levels
• Strong work ethic

Benefits

• Full-time position
• Competitive salary
• Benefits package (medical, dental, 401K, vacation)
• Casual environment
• 3/2 hybrid schedule (T/W/Th in office; M/F work from home)