Cypress HCM is hiring: Human Resources Generalist in St. Louis

This range is provided by Cypress HCM. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$25.00/hr - $28.00/hr

You’ll be instrumental in helping us navigate this sensitive process with care, ensuring that every step is handled smoothly, respectfully, and in alignment with our values. If you’re an organized, empathetic HR professional who understands the human side of difficult moments in business, we’d love to connect with you. This is a Contract Assignment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the HR Operations, Talent Management, IT and Legal teams to prepare documentation, communications, and logistics for a planned reduction in force
• Support employee data review and reporting, ensuring accuracy for all impacted team members
• Draft, review, and organize termination letters, severance agreements, and employee notifications
• Assist in scheduling employee conversations and coordinating available support resources
• Conduct employee notification conversations
• Manage updates within the HRIS system, maintaining accurate and timely employee records
• Respond to employee questions with empathy, professionalism, and discretion
• Provide operational follow-up support, including payroll coordination, benefits processing, and IT coordination
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and internal policies

Qualifications Required

• 3+ years of experience in HR Generalist, People Operations, or related HR support roles
• Previous exposure to employee transitions or reduction in force processes preferred
• Familiarity with multi-state employment law and HR best practices
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., UKG or similar)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a calm and compassionate demeanor
• Comfort working independently in a fully remote environment

Pay Rate

• 25-28/hr

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Human Resources Services