$55k - $62.4k
HR Generalist Industry: Manufacturing Location: Compton, LA, fully onsite Direct Hire: $28 – $30/hr Overview A well-established manufacturing company is looking for an early-career HR Generalist who is eager to grow, lea…
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HR Generalist jobs in Los Angeles, CA
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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$29–$62/hr
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Bilingual HR Generalist Location: Vernon, CA (Onsite, 5 Days/Week) Compensation: $80,000 – $95,000 DOE Type: Direct Hire Overview A well-established distribution and manufacturing company in Vernon is looking for a hands…
HR Generalist (Bilingual Spanish Required) Location: Carson, CA Schedule: 100% Onsite Compensation: $27/hr-$34/hr A growing construction and trades company is seeking a Bilingual HR Generalist to support a large employee…
Job Title: HR & Admin Specialist Location: Compton, CA 90220 (On-site) Company: 360LION Logistics (US Subsidiary) Experience Level: Open to all candidates, Fresh graduates are warmly welcome 360LION Logistics is a rapidl…
$80k - $100k
We are hiring experienced Senior Managers in recruitment to join a high-performing global recruitment firm… This is a unique opportunity join a high-performing team in Austin, Los Angeles or New York, with opportunities…
B Consulting is a premier outsourced finance, accounting, and HR firm focused on supporting funded, high-growth startups and early... ...processes, we deliver peace of mind. As our Human Resources Generalist you will ass…
$23 - $25 per hour
HR Generalist Intern JOB-10047138 Anticipated Start Date August 3, 2026 Location Sandston, VA Type of Employment Contract Employer Info Our client is a world leader in gases, technologies, and services used in many indus…
$27 - $36 per hour
The Human Resources Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource ( HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, performance management, benefits, and leave, and enforcing co…
Interview Type of Work Full Time Type of Job Construction Project Manager, Food/Hospitality Other, Human Resources HR Generalist, Accounting Accountant Location USA California Los Angeles Benefits Bonus, Employee...
$70k - $85k
and CHAUM (a premier anti-aging life center). MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Position Summary: Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and managers, including policy guidance and issue resolution Answers p…
$50k - $150k
Job Description Job Description GHJ is looking for an Executive Recruiter WHY we get up in the morning At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future. W…
$50k - $55k
Human Resources & General Affairs Specialist - HR/ GA Team Staff Job Overview We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR & GA Specialist (Staff) to support HR operations and general administrative tasks. This role…
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What hr generalists earn in Los Angeles
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $29–$38 | $61k–$79k |
| Mid level | $38–$50 | $79k–$104k |
| Senior | $47–$62 | $98k–$128k |
Adjusted for the Los Angeles 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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