Barton Associates Inc. is hiring: Human Resources Generalist in Peabody

About the Role

The HR Generalist is a key member of Barton’s HR team, supporting employees and leaders across multiple office locations. This role requires a well-rounded HR professional who is comfortable wearing many hats—from employee relations and engagement to benefits administration to compliance. The ideal candidate is approachable, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment where no two days look the same.

Location: Peabody, MA; West Palm Beach, FL; Worcester, MA; Tempe, AZ

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the point of contact for employee questions, requests, and HR support, ensuring timely and professional follow-up.


• Act as a trusted advisor and liaison to employees and managers across locations, supporting employee relations, performance management, and policy enforcement.


• Administer and manage Barton’s benefits programs (health, dental, life & disability, 401k), including communication plans that educate employees on the value of their benefits.


• Partner with managers to address employee performance concerns, absenteeism, leave requests, and other workplace issues.


• Facilitate small group meetings, annual sessions, and other forums to educate and engage employees.


• Manage and optimize Barton’s HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and leveraging reporting tools to drive insights and process improvements.


• Collaborate with HR colleagues in Payroll to deliver seamless support.


• Oversee performance review management, ensuring timely completion, accuracy, and meaningful outcomes.


• Conduct exit interviews, analyze trends, and provide insights to leadership to improve retention and engagement.


• Maintain compliance with HR policies, protocols, and legal requirements, while identifying opportunities for process improvements.


• Support additional HR functions such as leave and accommodation management, job description updates, and other HR projects as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3+ years of HR generalist or related HR experience required.


• HR Knowledge: Strong understanding of multiple HR functions (benefits, employee relations, employee engagement, compliance, performance management, and training).


• HRIS Expertise: Experience managing and optimizing HRIS platforms (ADP preferred), with the ability to ensure data accuracy, generate reporting, and identify opportunities for process improvements.


• Communication Skills: Excellent written, verbal, and facilitation skills; able to build trust and credibility with employees at all levels.


• Collaboration: Team-oriented with a proven ability to partner across departments in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.


• Problem-Solving: Strong listening, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills; outcome- and solution-oriented.


• Organization & Agility: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and shifting demands.


• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite; advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint for reporting, analysis, and presentations.


• Professional Presence: Customer-focused, approachable, and professional, with the ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and confidentiality.

Why Barton

At Barton, we put People First. Performance Always. You’ll join a collaborative, fast-growing team where HR plays a critical role in shaping employee experience and supporting business success. We’re looking for someone who wants to grow with us, bring fresh ideas, and make a meaningful impact on both our people and our performance.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting