Human Resources Generalist - Hybrid or Remote

HR Done Right

McKinley Irvin is a five-time Puget Sound Business Journal’s Best Workplace for many reasons, including the employee experience we foster. We drive MI’s values in the ways we attract, develop, and retain talent. Our work supports the success of compassionate, motivated, collaborative, and ethical problem solvers.

We are hiring an exceptional Human Resources Generalist, with flexible work arrangements, including remote, on-site, or hybrid options (at any of our offices in Washington/Oregon).

What Working at MI Looks Like

• Meaningful, challenging work. Our HR team is deeply involved in shaping the employee experience across the firm. You’ll own key areas of HR, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to initiatives that support a high-performing, people-centered organization.

• Professional growth and development. We invest in the growth of our people. As an HR Generalist, you’ll build expertise across the employee lifecycle while gaining insight into how a leading legal services organization attracts, develops, and retains exceptional talent. Expand your skills and advance your career through mentoring, hands-on experience, formal training, and active participation in MI University (our internal learning platform).

• Modern tools and technology. We do our best work when we have the right tools. Our team leverages modern HR technology and systems to streamline administrative work, improve decision-making, and create a better experience for employees.

• A supportive and engaged culture. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, respected, and supported. Kindness, collaboration, and accountability are core to how we work together. Join a team that genuinely enjoys partnering with one another, celebrates successes, and is dedicated to helping employees thrive both professionally and personally.

Compensation & Benefits

HR Generalist

• Full salary range: $65,000–$98,800
• Expected hiring range: $68,000–$83,000 (commensurate with experience)

Senior HR Generalist Candidates Also Welcome

• Full salary range: $77,866–$116,800
• Expected hiring range: $81,000–$108,000 (commensurate with experience)

*Eligible for discretionary annual bonus

Benefits include:

• Choice of PPO or HDHP medical plans, two dental plan options, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with generous employer matching
• Flexible PTO starting at three weeks, plus 10 paid company holidays
• Group life and disability insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance and other voluntary benefits and perks
• Commuter subsidies
• College-bound graduate laptop program
• Remote, hybrid, or onsite work arrangements – your choice

Summary of Key Outcomes

The HR Generalist is a key contributor to the HR team, supporting the employee lifecycle, including recruiting, on boarding, multi-state payroll, maintenance of policies and other HR documents, and benefits and leave administration.

• Ensures internal policies are well-written, current, compliant, and understood across the firm.
• Ensures employees receive accurate and timely compensation.
• Provides hiring teams with the support and guidance needed to attract, hire, and onboard top talent.
• Maintains data integrity within internal systems.
• In partnership with the HR team, continuously improves the effectiveness and efficiency of the HR operations as the firm grows.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of HR experience, including benefits administration, payroll, policy administration, and employee experience.
• Proven strong foundation and knowledge of HR principles and practices. SHRM-CP or similar certification is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements in Washington/Oregon, with interest in learning wage and hour laws in other states.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with empathy, discretion, and diplomacy.
• Willingness to ask questions.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive and results-driven.
• Keen interest and experience in effective utilization of processes and systems.
• Strong project management and organization. Prioritizes and manages time effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Active listener.
• Familiarity and comfort working in remote/distributed teams.
• Sets high personal standards and works well independently and collaboratively. Strong cross-functional partner to employees at all levels.

All inquiries will be treated confidentially. McKinley Irvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*** We do not accept inquiries from agencies. ***

Our Philosophy

We believe families are the root of civilization, that healthy families create healthy communities, and that communities are the foundation of the country. Therefore, by helping one family at a time, we better our society as a whole.