HR Generalist
The HR Generalist role supports various human resources functions including employee onboarding, benefits administration, recruitment coordination, HRIS maintenance, and performance management. This entry-level position is ideal for early-career professionals seeking to develop foundational HR skills while ensuring compliance with HR policies and supporting employee engagement initiatives.
About Careertakes
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Role Overview
Confidential Client (HR & Recruitment) is seeking an entry-level HR Generalist to join their Minneapolis, MN team. This is a full-time role focused on hands-on HR operations—onboarding, HRIS maintenance, benefits support, recruitment coordination, and general employee relations support. This opportunity is well suited to a recent graduate or HR professional with 1–2 years of HR or administrative experience looking to grow their HR career.
What You’ll Do
Support the HR team with day-to-day activities and help maintain smooth HR operations.
- Assist with employee onboarding, orientation, and new-hire documentation
- Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS
- Coordinate recruitment logistics: schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, and assist with job postings
- Support benefits administration and respond to employee questions
- Help with performance management documentation and review processes
- Support employee engagement initiatives and HR projects as assigned
- Ensure compliance with HR policies and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 1–2 years of HR or administrative experience (internships and related experience considered)
- Basic knowledge of HR principles and employment practices
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS is a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
- Authorized to work in the United States
Compensation & Employment Details
- Estimated salary: $53,941 per year (estimated)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Location: Minneapolis, MN (on-site / local) — applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Note: Compensation shown is an estimate provided by the source posting. Exact pay and benefits will be set by the hiring organization.
Why Join
- Hands-on exposure to core HR functions—great for career growth
- Work with an experienced HR team and gain practical HRIS and benefits administration experience
- Opportunities for training and development through the client’s programs
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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