Oxford Economics
HR Generalist – North America
Department:
Human Resources
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
New York, US
Compensation:
$80,000 - $100,000 / year
Description Oxford Economics, a leading economic forecasting and consulting firm, is looking for an experienced HR professional to join our New York office as part of our global HR team. This role combines responsibility for HR operations across the Americas with broader involvement in global HR projects. The successful candidate will be confident working independently in a regional capacity while collaborating closely with colleagues across our international offices.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end HR processes for the New York office and wider Americas region, including offers, onboarding, and offboarding
Oversee monthly payroll processes and ensure accurate administration of employee benefits including health benefits and 401(k) retirement plan
Provide support with immigration matters and liaise with external providers where needed
Ensure compliance with employment law in the US, with knowledge of Canadian and Mexican labour laws an advantage
Support employee relations cases, assisting the team with providing guidance to managers in line with company policy and local labour law
Build strong relationships with senior managers and the leadership team, acting as a trusted advisor on people matters
Provide support to learning and development by assisting with the roll‑out of global initiatives locally.
Lead implementation of global wellbeing initiatives locally and contribute to the development of company‑wide programmes
Contribute to policy development and ensure policies are applied consistently across the region
Partner with the wider global HR team to deliver on cross‑regional projects and initiatives
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Strong HR operations experience with exposure to employee lifecycle processes, payroll, and benefits administration
Good knowledge of US employment law; experience with Canada and Mexico is an advantage
Experience managing employee relations cases and providing advice to managers
Strong relationship‑building skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and work effectively in a global team
Able to work independently and take ownership of projects, while also contributing to wider global HR initiatives
Experience facilitating learning and development programmes and supporting employee wellbeing initiatives
Organised, adaptable, and confident managing multiple priorities
What We Offer
Opportunity to work as part of a global HR function with exposure to a wide range of international HR projects
A role with both operational and strategic elements, offering breadth and variety
Office‑based culture with flexibility to work from home one day per week
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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Human Resources
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
New York, US
Compensation:
$80,000 - $100,000 / year
Description Oxford Economics, a leading economic forecasting and consulting firm, is looking for an experienced HR professional to join our New York office as part of our global HR team. This role combines responsibility for HR operations across the Americas with broader involvement in global HR projects. The successful candidate will be confident working independently in a regional capacity while collaborating closely with colleagues across our international offices.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end HR processes for the New York office and wider Americas region, including offers, onboarding, and offboarding
Oversee monthly payroll processes and ensure accurate administration of employee benefits including health benefits and 401(k) retirement plan
Provide support with immigration matters and liaise with external providers where needed
Ensure compliance with employment law in the US, with knowledge of Canadian and Mexican labour laws an advantage
Support employee relations cases, assisting the team with providing guidance to managers in line with company policy and local labour law
Build strong relationships with senior managers and the leadership team, acting as a trusted advisor on people matters
Provide support to learning and development by assisting with the roll‑out of global initiatives locally.
Lead implementation of global wellbeing initiatives locally and contribute to the development of company‑wide programmes
Contribute to policy development and ensure policies are applied consistently across the region
Partner with the wider global HR team to deliver on cross‑regional projects and initiatives
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Strong HR operations experience with exposure to employee lifecycle processes, payroll, and benefits administration
Good knowledge of US employment law; experience with Canada and Mexico is an advantage
Experience managing employee relations cases and providing advice to managers
Strong relationship‑building skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and work effectively in a global team
Able to work independently and take ownership of projects, while also contributing to wider global HR initiatives
Experience facilitating learning and development programmes and supporting employee wellbeing initiatives
Organised, adaptable, and confident managing multiple priorities
What We Offer
Opportunity to work as part of a global HR function with exposure to a wide range of international HR projects
A role with both operational and strategic elements, offering breadth and variety
Office‑based culture with flexibility to work from home one day per week
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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