Velo Law Office is hiring: HR Generalist in Grand Rapids

Job Description

Velo Law is a multi-state Creditors’ Rights/Collections law firm, headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We are seeking an HR Generalist to support and enhance the organization’s mission of protecting creditors’ rights by preserving financial stability while improving the livelihood of the people within the organizations we serve. The ideal candidate will work closely with all levels of management and the HR team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the team in performing day-to-day HR functions.
• Understanding of ESTA, FMLA, Friend of the Court, Workers Compensation, Paid Time Off, Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life, HSA, FSA, Dependent Care), 401(k), and other regulations.
• Managing and maintaining payroll processing, the time clock system, and personnel databases.
• Managing day-to-day benefits operations including enrollments, employee support, vendor coordination, invoice auditing and processing, compliance reporting, and data accuracy across platforms.
• Providing education and support to benefit participants regarding plan features, enrollment, and ongoing participation.
• Prioritizing tasks, managing multiple responsibilities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ensuring personnel files are properly and securely maintained.
• Maintaining a safe and secure working environment.
• Ensure security, integrity, compliance, and confidentiality of data.
• Aid in maintaining the staff handbook.
• Regularly provide support, feedback, and coaching to managers and employees to promote and achieve the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
• Prepare reports and analysis of activity, productivity, goal progress, and employee feedback to direct supervisor.
• Serve as a resource person for advanced questions and work cooperatively with all staff to coordinate procedures, policies, and support.
• Assist management with trouble shooting, coaching, motivating, invoking disciplinary action, and resolving complex issues with staff.
• Communicate effectively with the HR team and Administration regarding concerns, potential challenges/issues, and other key human resource matters.
• Continually seek and recommend improvement opportunities within the HR function.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline, or 3+ years of experience in the field of Human Resources.
• Computer proficiency including experience using Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills must be proactive and take initiative to support administration.
• Ability to multi-task and work with frequent interruptions.
• Exceptional time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local employment, wage and salary laws and regulations including the Affordable Care Act, FMLA, ESTA, workers compensation, etc.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency in a deadline-oriented environment.

Benefits

• 120 Hours PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay

Compensation is based on Candidate’s relevant experience and skills.

Job Type

Full-time

Work Location

In person