Senior HR Generalist

Become the HR Champion for Our Veterinary Teams!

At Companion Pet Partners, our veterinary hospitals are the heart of our organization, providing exceptional care to our beloved animal companions. We're seeking a seasoned Senior HR Generalist to nurture and strengthen our relationships with the dedicated veterinarians and hospital staff who make it all possible.

As a Sr. HR Generalist, you'll be the vital link between our corporate HR team and our veterinary hospitals. Your role is to advocate for our hospital employees, ensuring their HR needs are promptly addressed while championing our company's values, policies, and processes. From managing employee relations matters to overseeing leave of absences and benefits administration, you'll be a trusted partner to our veterinary teams.

If you have a passion for Human Resources and a talent for building strong relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in supporting the dedicated professionals who enrich the lives of our four-legged friends every day.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Sr. HR Generalist is a focal point of Companion’s relationships with our veterinarians and hospital teams. The position serves as liaison, advocate and trusted partner between Companion Pet Partners’ hospitals and PEO on all matters employee relations, leave of absences, benefits, policies and HR processes.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Serve as primary point of contact for HR-related questions
2. Advise hospital management on employment matters, including policy and procedure interpretation, performance management and conflict/ complaint resolution
3. Manage and resolve employee relations issues
4. Recruit for Core Team (Corporate) positions
5. Facilitate the onboarding process for new teammates
6. Administer the leave of absence and accommodation process
7. Support with the launch of annual HR tasks (performance reviews, open enrollment, merit/bonus administration)
8. Manage the day-to-day relationship with the PEO vendor
9. Maintain electronic personnel files
10. Coordinate the offboarding process
11. Collaborate with IT, Payroll, Finance and other Core Team members as needed
12. Stay updated on relevant employment laws
13. Adhere to Companion policies, procedures, DOL, ADA, HIPAA, and OSHA regulations
14. Perform other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE:

1. 5+ years of related HR experience required
2. Strong skills in the following areas:
3. Verbal and written communication
4. Interpersonal and customer service
5. Organizational skills and attention to detail
6. Analytical and problem solving
7. Time management and prioritization
8. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
9. Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
10. Knowledge of legal and regulatory compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree or SHRM/ HRCI certification required

COMPUTER SKILLS:

1. Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now
2. Proficiency with GSuite, Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

WHAT WE OFFER:

1. Competitive Salary ($85,000 - $95,000 per year)
2. Annual Bonus potential
3. Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
4. Paid Time Off + Holidays
5. Financial Wellness Program
6. 401K + company match

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

At Companion Pet Partners, our Mission is to empower and support our veterinary teams to deliver unparalleled service and clinical quality in caring for pets and their families.

Companion was formed in January of 2020 with a commitment to providing unmatched care to pets and unsurpassed support to veterinary teams through the management and operation of our acquired veterinary hospitals. We are based in Los Angeles, with a focus on expansion throughout the Western United States.

The Companion team is passionate about the animal health industry and deeply committed to building a network of best-in-class veterinary practices with talented people collaborating to solve industry-wide problems and deliver exceptional medical care. We are seeking individuals who share our energy, drive and ambition and who will meaningfully contribute to our growth and success.

Companion is backed by Cortec Group ( a private equity firm with a demonstrated track record of successfully investing in and supporting multi-site healthcare services businesses, including animal health.

Companion Pet Partners is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.