Description:
We’re Hiring: HR Generalist Consultant (Full-Time & Part-Time)
Client-Facing | Onsite | Cleveland, OH
Compensation: $70,000 – $85,000 annually (full-time equivalent)
ConnectedHR is growing, and we’re seeking an experienced HR Generalist Consultant to join our award-winning team. This role is available as both full-time and part-time, W-2 employment, with a consistent, ongoing schedule supporting clients onsite during standard business hours.
ConnectedHR provides fractional HR support to small to mid-size companies, partnering closely with leadership teams to deliver strategic and hands-on HR solutions.
This is not a side gig or 1099 contract role. It is an opportunity for well-rounded HR professionals who enjoy being hands-on across all functional areas while partnering closely with clients to support both day-to-day operations and long-term success.
Our consultants are:
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Highly experienced HR professionals.
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Hands-on and solutions-oriented across all HR functions.
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Trusted partners to managers and leadership teams.
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Collaborative, accountable, and results-driven.
What You’ll Do
As an HR Generalist Consultant, you will support clients across a variety of industries with both tactical and strategic HR needs. Responsibilities include:
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Provide day-to-day HR support across all functional areas.
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Partner with managers on employee relations, coaching, and performance management.
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Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes.
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
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Maintain and optimize HR systems and employee data.
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Assist in policy development, updates, and implementation.
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Support compensation, benefits administration, and HR reporting.
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Contribute to process improvements and HR best practices.
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Support recruitment and talent acquisition initiatives, including workforce planning, job description development, interview strategy, and hiring process improvements.
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Collaborate cross-functionally within ConnectedHR and ConnectedTALENT.
What We’re Looking For
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Minimum 5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience.
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Bachelor’s degree required.
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HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) preferred.
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Strong working knowledge across core HR functions.
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Experience supporting recruitment and talent acquisition efforts.
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Solid understanding of employment laws and compliance.
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Strong organizational and communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities across clients.
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Ability to travel locally to client sites throughout the Cleveland metro area.
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Professional, dependable, and highly collaborative.
Benefits
Full-Time Employees
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid time off
Part-Time Employees
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Paid time off
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401(k) with company matching
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Day Shift
Compensation
$70,000 – $85,000 annually (full-time equivalent)
Compensation is prorated based on the number of days worked per week and experience.
Requirements:
What We’re Looking For
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Minimum 5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience.
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Bachelor’s degree required.
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HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) preferred.
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Strong working knowledge across core HR functions.
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Experience supporting recruitment and talent acquisition efforts.
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Solid understanding of employment laws and compliance.
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Strong organizational and communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities across clients.
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Ability to travel locally to client sites throughout the Cleveland metro area.
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Professional, dependable, and highly collaborative.
Core Areas of Experience
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Workforce planning
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Policy development and regulatory compliance
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Leadership development and succession planning
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Training and development
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Performance management
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Payroll and HR systems (HRIS/HCM/ATS)
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Workers’ compensation
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Employee relations and workplace investigations
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Compensation and benefits strategy
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Talent acquisition and onboarding strategy implementation
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Employment laws and compliance (ADA, FMLA, FLSA, etc.)
