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Come break through with us. The global Human Resource ( HR) Function provides an integrated talent management system that delivers... ...s Values visible. Position Summary: The Human Resources Generalist provides front-…
Human Resources · Boston, MA
HR Generalist jobs in Boston, MA
HR generalists handle a bit of everything in human resources: onboarding, benefits questions, records, policy, and employee support. They are often the first stop for people questions at smaller companies.
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$31–$64/hr
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$96k
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Meaningful work that positively impacts our members and communities About the Role As a People & Culture Business Partner I ( HR Generalist) , you will support key People & Culture operations throughout the employee life…
the things we do. JOB SUMMARY: We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join our entrepreneurial, fast-moving organization as an HR Specialist. This position reports directly to the HR Director and will have exposure to…
JOB SUMMARY: The Human Resources Generalist serves as a strategic partner to assigned worksites by providing alignment, coaching, feedback, and HR guidance across employee relations, performance management, workforce pla…
$115k - $120k
standards; partners with operations to encourage, empower, train, develop team members to be their best in their career. Critical to this HR leader's success? Their ability to leverage our COEs to identify optimal soluti…
$90k - $96k
Job Description Job Description Director of Student Recruitment and Partnerships Boston, MA (Massachusetts Region) Who We Are and What We Believe: Founded in 1997, Bottom Line is a nationally recognized nonprofit organiz…
$75k - $78k
Statement of Duties The Human Resources ( HR) Generalist is responsible for the provision of day-to-day operations in support of the HR Department. All work is performed in accordance with City policies and procedures, i…
$80k - $90k
Job Description Job Description Regional Staffing & Recruitment Manager – Skilled Nursing Location: Boston, MA Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 per year, based on experience Industry: Skilled Nursing / Long-…
$55k - $85k
client, a growing organization based in the Boston area, for an entry-level Human Resources Generalist to join their people team. This is a great opportunity for an early-career HR professional to gain broad, hands-on ex…
serving new Americans. Position Summary Reporting to the Senior Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist is responsible for executing core HR functions with a focus on recruiting, onboarding, offboardi…
Are you a people person looking to get started in the Human Resources ( HR) field? Managed Labor Solutions (MLS), a leading provider of outsourced workforce and fleet support services, is seeking an energetic, customer-f…
$65k - $85k
We are supporting our client on a search for an HR Generalist who will be the face of People Ops for a growing team. This is a hands-on, high-trust seat where you will touch every part of the employee experience, from on…
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What hr generalists earn in Boston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $31–$40 | $64k–$83k |
| Mid level | $40–$52 | $83k–$109k |
| Senior | $49–$64 | $102k–$134k |
Adjusted for the Boston market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Onboarding and offboardingBenefits administrationHRIS data managementEmployment law basicsEmployee relations supportRecruiting coordinationPolicy and handbook upkeepPayroll coordinationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What parts of HR have you owned versus supported?
Be precise: owned onboarding and benefits enrollment, supported investigations and reviews, for example. Honest scoping builds trust and sets you up to grow.
How do you handle an employee who comes to you with a sensitive complaint?
Show that you listen without promising outcomes, explain the process, document carefully, and escalate appropriately while limiting who knows.
Walk me through how you run onboarding for a new hire.
Cover the full arc from offer acceptance to day thirty: paperwork and systems, first-day experience, and check-ins. Mention anything you improved.
How do you keep employee records accurate and compliant?
Mention HRIS hygiene habits, retention rules, separating medical files, and periodic audits of I-9s and required documentation.
Tell me about a time you had to interpret a policy for a gray-area situation.
Show judgment: you read the policy's intent, checked precedent for consistency, consulted your manager or counsel when needed, and documented the decision.
How do you handle open enrollment season?
Describe planning backward from deadlines, clear employee communication, coordinating with brokers, and cleaning up data so payroll deductions land correctly.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For hr generalists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the employee population you supported and whether you were the sole HR presence or part of a team.
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List the full spread of functions you touched, then flag the two or three you owned outright.
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Name your HRIS and payroll systems specifically, since generalist roles lean heavily on systems work.
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Quantify administrative outcomes, like onboarding cycles run, open enrollments completed, or audit findings closed.
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Include compliance specifics you have handled, such as I-9 audits, FMLA tracking, or handbook rewrites.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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HR Coordinator
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HR Generalist
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Senior HR Generalist
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HR Manager
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HR Business Partner
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