HR Generalist

Posted 12 Days Ago
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Alexandria, VA
In-Office
75K-90K Annually
Mid level
Business Intelligence
The Role
Manage end-to-end HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, performance management support, HR systems administration (Rippling), data integrity, reporting, process improvements, AI-enabled documentation, and culture/engagement initiatives to ensure consistent, scalable HR practices.
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About McChrystal Group: 
McChrystal Group is a leadership and management consulting firm that partners with executive teams to solve their most complex performance and coordination challenges. Founded in 2011 by General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal, we help organizations operate with the speed, alignment, and cohesion required to succeed in dynamic environments.  

Our work is rooted in the Team of Teams® framework—a leadership system developed from General McChrystal’s transformation of the Joint Special Operations Command. We believe that enduring performance depends not just on strategy, but on how effectively leaders, teams, and systems work together under pressure.  

McChrystal Group consultants work on small, high-impact teams tackling challenges that matter. You’ll work shoulder to shoulder with senior executives, world-class advisors, and teammates who take pride in the quality, integrity, and purpose of their work. The pace is demanding, the problems are complex, and the impact is tangible. People join McChrystal Group because they want to grow as leaders and do work that makes a difference. 

The Opportunity
The HR Generalist is responsible for the execution and continuous improvement of core people processes across the employee lifecycle. This role focuses on traditional HR Generalist work including onboarding and transitions, performance management support, HR operations, compliance documentation, and program coordination. The HR Generalist operates with a high degree of independence, partners closely with HR leadership, and applies strong judgment, organization, and systems thinking to ensure HR processes are clear, scalable, and effective. The role also leverages modern tools, including AI, to improve efficiency, documentation, and insight across HR workflows. Below outlines the duties and qualifications for the role.

Employee Lifecycle & HR Operations

  • Execute onboarding, job changes, and offboarding processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and a positive employee experience. 
  • Maintain employee records, documentation, and data across HR systems. 
  • Support recurring HR processes and operational deadlines with strong attention to detail and follow-through. 

Performance Management & Talent Process Support

  • Support performance management cycles end-to-end, including timelines, communications, tool administration, and completion tracking. 
  • Prepare materials and coordination for calibration discussions, including data pulls, tracking, and documentation. 
  • Maintain and improve templates, guidance, and documentation that support consistent, high-quality performance conversations. 

HR Programs, Process Improvement & Optimization

  • Identify inefficiencies, gaps, or recurring issues within HR processes and recommend practical improvements. 
  • Own updates to HR playbooks, standard operating procedures, templates, and checklists. 
  • Lead or support small-to-medium HR improvement initiatives focused on clarity, scalability, and operational excellence. 

HR Systems, Reporting & Data Integrity

  • Confidently execute day-to-day HR work within Rippling and related tools. 
  • Run routine HR reporting and support data audits as needed. 
  • Ensure HR data accuracy and consistency to support effective decision-making. 

AI Enablement

  • Use AI tools to improve HR documentation, communications drafts, templates, and process clarity. 
  • Build or maintain lightweight self-service resources to reduce confusion and repeat questions. 
  • Identify responsible opportunities to automate low-risk administrative work and improve HR efficiency. 

Culture and Employee Engagement

  • Support the execution and continuous improvement of firmwide culture and employee engagement initiatives. 
  • Partner with HR leadership to coordinate engagement programs, employee communications, and people‑related rhythms that reinforce company values. 
  • Use employee data, feedback, and insights to identify opportunities to strengthen engagement and connection across the organization. 
  • Leverage tools and AI‑enabled resources to improve clarity, consistency, and accessibility of culture and engagement materials. 

Compliance & Operational Excellence

  • Support compliance with employment laws and internal policies through accurate execution and documentation. 
  • Assist with audits, reporting, and internal process checks. 
  • Contribute to a well-run, dependable HR function through consistent execution and continuous improvement. 

Education Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 

Experience Qualifications

  • 3–5+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Operations role 
  • Hands-on responsibility for onboarding, performance management processes, and HR documentation. 
  • Experience working in HR systems (Rippling preferred)  

Required Skills

  • Strong understanding of HR lifecycle processes and performance management cycles 
  • High attention to detail  
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills 
  • Practical experience using AI tools to improve HR workflows, documentation, or reporting. 

Required Abilities

  • Ability to manage multiple HR processes simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy. 
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, handle sensitive information with discretion, and maintain confidentiality at all times. 
  • Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and follow through without close supervision. 
  • Ability to learn and navigate HR systems and tools quickly and confidently. 
  • Ability to translate processes, policies, and timelines into clear guidance for employees and managers. Ability to identify process gaps or inefficiencies and propose practical, workable improvements. 
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and remain organized in a fast‑paced environment. 
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with HR leadership and cross‑functional partners. 

This is a full‑time, in‑office position. The HR Generalist is expected to work on‑site Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Occasional additional hours may be required to support peak periods such as onboarding cycles, performance management timelines, or time‑sensitive HR initiatives. 

The role involves prolonged periods of sitting, regular use of a computer and office technology, and frequent interaction with employees and managers. The work environment is professional and collaborative, with an emphasis on reliability, responsiveness, and attention to detail. 

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The Company
HQ: Alexandria, VA
114 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

McChrystal Group helps you drive the results that matter by unleashing the power of your teams. That's why we’ve been helping organizations get their teams working better, smarter, and faster for over a decade. Forged in combat and proven across industries, we use our Team of Teams® framework to help you get the most out of your teams, turning them into powerful engines of meaningful change.

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