Senior Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Do you want the opportunity to leverage your skills to make a direct impact on the talent strategy for an industry leading consulting firm? Clarkston Consulting works with leading life sciences, consumer products, and retail companies to advance their most complex global priorities. Join Clarkston Consulting as a Senior Human Resources (HR) Generalist and be a part of our team of experienced professionals that builds the employee experience in an organization that is defined by our people.

We are looking for motivated, self-driven professionals who are energized by team results and interested in joining a firm that values its culture and people as its biggest strengths.

This position is based out of our office in Durham, NC. It is a hybrid role and will require you to work in the office 2-3 days/week.

What You’ll Do

• Own core functional areas for the HR team including onboarding, off-boarding, benefits, leave programs, immigration, government compliance, payroll, and employee relations.
• Maintain and enhance the human resources organization programs through planning, implementing, and continuously evaluating programs and practices
• Serve as a sought-after resource to employees at all levels.
• Manage employee benefits programs and serving as the point of contact for employee inquiries, claims resolutions, invoicing and improvement recommendations. Also, participating in the financial analysis of all benefit programs.
• Administer the various Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) to ensure data integrity and utility of master data
• Process various personnel actions and generating reports, which includes handling confidential and sensitive personnel information
• Ensure adherence to all federal, state and local employment laws and compliance requirements and filings.
• Evaluate results and initiatives for ownership areas to ensure alignment with firm objectives and recommend new approaches, policies, and programs to effect continual improvements in efficiencies and outcomes

How You’ll Grow

At Clarkston, we feel that our team is most successful when we can work collaboratively to achieve our corporate goals. In addition to the support of your team, you will also have support from the firm.

Beyond your day-to-day responsibilities, throughout your career at Clarkston you will:

• Receive the support and mentorship of your Clarkston colleagues and leaders
• Expand your existing skillset with internal and external professional development opportunities

What We're Looking For:

We are looking for self-starters and passionate HR administrative professionals. Additionally, we’re looking for candidates with:

• A minimum of five (5) years prior Human Resources experience, ideally with a professional services firm (e.g., law firm, accounting firm, management consulting)
• Experience with benefits and leave programs administration
• Strong attention to detail with a proven track record of program and process execution
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, human resource information systems (HRIS), and technology platforms
• The ability to handle and work with a high level of confidential material and information with tact and professionalism
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced office environment
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Communications, or other related coursework from an accredited college or university

Travel Requirement

This is a hybrid role that will require you to work in the office 2 days/week. Travel will also be required at least twice a year for our bi-annual Company Meeting and other trainings.

More About Clarkston

Founded in 1991, Clarkston Consulting delivers technology and management solutions to market leaders in the life sciences, consumer products, and retail industries. At Clarkston, we cultivate success - for our clients, for our people, and for our firm. We utilize a team approach leveraging our collective expertise and industry knowledge to solve our clients’ business challenges.

AI Statement

Clarkston values thoughtful and responsible AI use for resume writing, interview preparation, and research. However, real-time use of AI to generate or script answers during interviews - including video or live conversations - is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification. We seek candidates who show authenticity, good judgment, and genuine engagement throughout the process.

Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more)
• 401k with company contributions
• Paid vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave and Family Building Benefits (Adoption, Surrogacy, and Infertility Support)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Training and Professional Development investments, Tuition Assistance, and more

Visit Careers at Clarkston to learn more about our culture, benefits, and opportunities.

Clarkston Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring our firm is rich in diverse skills, competencies, strengths, personalities, and culture. We foster an inclusive environment that embraces the unique contributions of our people to further our purpose. Please visit Diversity @ Clarkston to learn more about our diversity initiatives.