HR Generalist

About usKnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, and Talbots. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.About usKnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, and Talbots. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.About the roleWe are looking for an HR Generalist to join our team! An HR generalist is expected to be a conceptual thinker with fantastic organizational and conflict management skills. You will have excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for an organized, results driven, self-starter with high attention to detail and sense of urgency. To ensure success, HR generalists should exhibit strong decision-making skills with a deep understanding of employee relationships, staffing management and training. Top candidates will be comfortable managing grey areas and meeting with senior leadership.The HR Generalist will be responsible for providing HR support and service in several areas including performance and development, associate guidance on HR policy and program administration, and HR reporting & analysis.The impact you can have• Manage employee life cycle including New Hire Onboarding, conducting Welcome orientation, managing associates changes within Workday, HR reporting, maintain organizational charts and offboarding associates.• Serve as liaison to Talent Acquisition - provide timely and complete job requisition information and updated job descriptions and work with Talent Acquisition and clients to execute all details Impact 3• Organize, support, and assist with managing and executing various HR programs and events (Performance and Development, Talent Assessment, Engagement activities, Summer Internship Program, etc.).• Intake and address associate questions and concerns in a supportive and responsive manner, while promoting consistency in HR policies/practices; partner with HR Manager to resolve issues as applicable.• Engage directly with associates for important life moments in guiding our leave of absence administration and additional processes for certain policies.• Support HR Manager with coaching people leaders and associates on performance management issues and opportunities.You’ll bring to the role• 3-5 years of related HR experience in a fast paced, professional environment.• Experience working with HRIS data and ability to learn new systems. Workday experience a plus.• Employee relations experience, required.• Sound judgment, problem-solving and people management skills.• Customer-focused attitude with high level of professionalism and discretion. Demonstrates ability to flex with changes within an organization.• High organizational skills and attention to detail.Benefits at KnitWell Group• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, & Lane Bryant (in store and online)• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Time off – paid time off & holidays*• The target salary range for this role is: $70K-$85K*• Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.This position works in a hybrid model, with three days per week worked in the New York, NY location and two days per week worked remotely.#LI-CS1Location:Ascena NYC Corp Office-ascena-New York, NY 10036Position Type:Regular/Full timeEqual Employment OpportunityThe Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.