HR Generalist
Wilshire Advisors LLC
Full-time
On-site
Santa Monica California United States
Automotive Service Advisor / Writer
Company Description
As part of the Wilshire family, you can rest assured that every day you are contributing to an organization that is helping investors improve their financial outcomes. For more than 50 years, Wilshire has been dedicated to providing customized portfolio solutions grounded in research and powered by next generation technologies.
Wilshire advises on over $1 trillion in assets for some of the world’s largest and most sophisticated institutional investors and is headquartered in the United States with offices worldwide.
Job Description
Wilshire seeks an experienced HR Generalist Associate/Senior Associate to support key areas of the employee lifecycle, including immigration, leaves of absence, employee relations, and offboarding. The ideal candidate demonstrates a proactive approach, thrives in a fast-paced environment, works independently, and contributes effectively to our global HR efforts.
What You’ll Do:
Immigration & Compliance
Partner with outside immigration counsel to support H-1B, PERM, and other employment-based immigration processes, ensuring timely document preparation and internal coordination
Maintain immigration records and track key deadlines, supporting compliance with immigration requirements and internal policies
Support onboarding activities for employees on work visas by providing guidance on visa timelines and processes
Leave of Absence Administration
Coordinate employee leave requests (e.g., FMLA, parental, disability), ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Support employees and managers throughout the leave lifecycle, providing guidance on eligibility, documentation, and return-to-work coordination
Maintain accurate leave records and partner with payroll to ensure proper time tracking and pay continuity
Track anticipated return dates and leave deadlines using internal tools to support timely follow-up and coordination
Employee Relations & Offboarding
Assist with addressing employee concerns and performance issues, including documentation, investigations, and follow-up actions
Track and monitor employee relations cases, escalating complex issues as needed
Support US & international offboarding processes by coordinating termination logistics, conducting exit interviews, and ensuring timely access changes and final pay in partnership with IT and Payroll
HR Operations & Project Support
Contribute to cross-functional HR initiatives by supporting project coordination and identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and alignment across key programs
Draft internal guides, templates, and process documentation to support employee relations procedures and increase understanding of relevant HR policies
Prepare reports and analyses on immigration statuses, leave usage, and compensation data to support compliance and informed decision-making
Remain flexible and willing to take on additional responsibilities and projects as business needs evolve
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
4+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Specialist role
Experience with immigration processes and leave of absence regulations
Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills; strong attention to detail and discretion with confidential information
Experience with HRIS systems is required; BambooHR experience is preferred
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred
Familiarity with the financial services or investment management industry is a plus
Additional Information
This position will work on a hybrid model out of our Santa Monica office
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a collaborative work environment, generous PTO, 401(k) match, affordable & comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, CFA and other professional membership reimbursement, and more.
The pay range for this position is $80,000-$105,000. However, base pay will be determined on an individual basis considering various factors, including location, qualifications, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and a full range of health and financial benefit offerings, which will be provided in conjunction with an offer of employment.
Visit www.wilshire.com for additional company information.
Wilshire is an SEC registered investment adviser and required to track certain political contributions under Rule 206(4)-5. As such, you may be required to disclose your prior political contributions.
We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we afford equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race/ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, medical condition (as defined by California Government Code section 12926), or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment. In addition, Wilshire adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business. We are completely committed to these principles not only because of the various laws which address these subjects, but because it is the right thing to do for our employees and clients to thrive.
If you have a disability, and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 310-584-6011.
#LI-Hybrid
As part of the Wilshire family, you can rest assured that every day you are contributing to an organization that is helping investors improve their financial outcomes. For more than 50 years, Wilshire has been dedicated to providing customized portfolio solutions grounded in research and powered by next generation technologies.
Wilshire advises on over $1 trillion in assets for some of the world’s largest and most sophisticated institutional investors and is headquartered in the United States with offices worldwide.
Job Description
Wilshire seeks an experienced HR Generalist Associate/Senior Associate to support key areas of the employee lifecycle, including immigration, leaves of absence, employee relations, and offboarding. The ideal candidate demonstrates a proactive approach, thrives in a fast-paced environment, works independently, and contributes effectively to our global HR efforts.
What You’ll Do:
Immigration & Compliance
Partner with outside immigration counsel to support H-1B, PERM, and other employment-based immigration processes, ensuring timely document preparation and internal coordination
Maintain immigration records and track key deadlines, supporting compliance with immigration requirements and internal policies
Support onboarding activities for employees on work visas by providing guidance on visa timelines and processes
Leave of Absence Administration
Coordinate employee leave requests (e.g., FMLA, parental, disability), ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Support employees and managers throughout the leave lifecycle, providing guidance on eligibility, documentation, and return-to-work coordination
Maintain accurate leave records and partner with payroll to ensure proper time tracking and pay continuity
Track anticipated return dates and leave deadlines using internal tools to support timely follow-up and coordination
Employee Relations & Offboarding
Assist with addressing employee concerns and performance issues, including documentation, investigations, and follow-up actions
Track and monitor employee relations cases, escalating complex issues as needed
Support US & international offboarding processes by coordinating termination logistics, conducting exit interviews, and ensuring timely access changes and final pay in partnership with IT and Payroll
HR Operations & Project Support
Contribute to cross-functional HR initiatives by supporting project coordination and identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and alignment across key programs
Draft internal guides, templates, and process documentation to support employee relations procedures and increase understanding of relevant HR policies
Prepare reports and analyses on immigration statuses, leave usage, and compensation data to support compliance and informed decision-making
Remain flexible and willing to take on additional responsibilities and projects as business needs evolve
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
4+ years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Specialist role
Experience with immigration processes and leave of absence regulations
Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills; strong attention to detail and discretion with confidential information
Experience with HRIS systems is required; BambooHR experience is preferred
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred
Familiarity with the financial services or investment management industry is a plus
Additional Information
This position will work on a hybrid model out of our Santa Monica office
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a collaborative work environment, generous PTO, 401(k) match, affordable & comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, CFA and other professional membership reimbursement, and more.
The pay range for this position is $80,000-$105,000. However, base pay will be determined on an individual basis considering various factors, including location, qualifications, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and a full range of health and financial benefit offerings, which will be provided in conjunction with an offer of employment.
Visit www.wilshire.com for additional company information.
Wilshire is an SEC registered investment adviser and required to track certain political contributions under Rule 206(4)-5. As such, you may be required to disclose your prior political contributions.
We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we afford equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race/ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, medical condition (as defined by California Government Code section 12926), or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment. In addition, Wilshire adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business. We are completely committed to these principles not only because of the various laws which address these subjects, but because it is the right thing to do for our employees and clients to thrive.
If you have a disability, and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 310-584-6011.
#LI-Hybrid