Senior HR Generalist

Job Title: Senior HR Generalist

Industry: Government Contracting / Technology Services

Location (city, state): Reston, VA

Assignment Type: Contract (3–4 months)

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM | Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)

Pay: $40–$50/hour (depending on experience)

Benefits: This position is eligible for health, dental, vision, insurance, and 401(K).

Additional Details:

• Hybrid schedule with approximately 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.
• Standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM.
• 40 hours per week with flexibility for the right candidate.
• Interview process consists of two rounds.
• Candidates with experience joining organizations during periods of significant organizational change, restructuring, or mergers are highly encouraged to apply.

About our client:

Addison Group is partnering with an established organization seeking an experienced Senior HR Generalist to support its Human Resources team during a period of organizational growth and transition. This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact across multiple HR functions while working alongside a collaborative leadership team.

Job Description:

The Senior HR Generalist will oversee a broad range of human resources responsibilities, supporting employees and managers throughout the employee lifecycle. This position requires a hands-on HR professional who can manage daily HR operations, ensure compliance with employment regulations, and contribute to continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and managers on policies, procedures, and employee relations matters.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities to ensure a smooth employee experience.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, employee support, and vendor coordination.
• Manage leave of absence programs while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data, including reporting and system updates.
• Support performance management initiatives, employee development, and engagement programs.
• Partner with leadership to improve HR processes and promote operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices.
• Assist with payroll coordination, audits, and other HR projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience in a generalist role.
• Experience administering benefits, leave programs, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Strong understanding of employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, EEO, ERISA, and related regulations.
• Familiarity with California employment law is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms; ADP Workforce Now is a plus.
• Government contracting experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.

Perks:

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Opportunity to contribute during an exciting period of organizational transformation.
• Collaborative and supportive HR leadership.
• Exposure to a wide variety of HR initiatives and strategic projects.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.