HR Generalist

We are hiring an HR Generalist to join our team in Chicago. In this role you will own the full employee lifecycle from offer acceptance to offboarding while keeping our people data sharp and our leave programs running smoothly. This is a hands-on role at a company where HR is seen as a true business enabler.  

This role will support a population of 200 colleagues and report directly to the Senior Manager of Operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Onboarding & New Hire Experience 

• Own end-to-end onboarding for all new hires across client-facing and internal roles 

• Coordinate with IT Recruiting and Talent Development to ensure Day 1 readiness 

• Conducts and facilitates new hire orientation including company overview 

People Metrics & Reporting 

• Owns people data integrity and compiles reports for leadership as needed 

• Partner with the Finance team on headcount planning and org-level reporting 

• Maintain compliance with employment laws with managing company policies reporting and employee files 

Leave of Absence (LOA) Administration 

• Serve as primary point of contact for all leave types: FMLA parental medical and personal 

• Guide employees and managers through leave processes with clarity and empathy 

• Coordinate return-to- work plans including accommodations 

• Track LOA cases and maintain accurate records 

Employee Engagement 

• Supports employee recognition program employee gifts and employment milestones 

• Respond to employee questions on policies benefits and workplace issues 

• Analyze engagement survey data and surface actionable trends for leadership 

• Supports talent programs and projects across Talent Team as needed 

Qualifications :

• Genuine empathy and a people-first mindset 

• Warm approachable style that makes employees feel heard especially during sensitive conversations  

• Minimum of 3 years HR Generalist or HR Coordinator experience 

• Bachelors degree required 

• Demonstrated ability to establish key relationships and develop strong credibility 

• Sound analytical acumen  

• Proficiency with Microsoft suite 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to take initiative and drive tasks to completion 

• SPHR CHRP or GPHR certification a plus but not required 

Additional Information :

Roland Berger provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons without regard to race color religion ancestry national or ethnic origin pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression transgender status age military and veteran status physical condition physical or mental disability health status political opinion social condition or background or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.  

Roland Berger is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability please contact your recruiter.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  

If applying within the US this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. 

The estimated base salary for this role is $80000. This estimate reflects the best estimate at the time of this posting and does not guarantee any specific salary for this position. It is important to note that at Roland Berger individual salaries are determined on a case-by-case basis based on experience education office location start date and organizational needs. Roland Berger will review your performance at least annually and may adjust your salary in its sole discretion  

This role is eligible for additional compensation and is eligible for an annual bonus.  

Roland Berger is committed to the health and well-being of our colleagues as is reflected in our comprehensive total rewards program offered to eligible colleagues.   

Our comprehensive plan includes medical dental and vision coverage Flexible Spending and Health Reimbursement Accounts life and AD&D insurance parental leave generous paid time off annual wellness benefit employee assistance programs and a 401(k) plan. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time