Temporary HR Generalist

This role is located in New York City and will require a hybrid work schedule of at least 2 days in office per week.

About the Bank:

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited was established through the merger of The Sumitomo Trust and Banking Co., Ltd with Chuo Mitsui Trust and Banking, Ltd. on April 1, 2012. We are one of the largest asset managers in Asia and number one among Japanese financial institutions by AUM, with approximately $850 Billion USD in AUM. The Bank provides an assortment of financial solutions and manages a broad spectrum of financial products across its global branches.

The Americas Division (“AD”) was established in the Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited, New York Branch) (“SMTBNY”) to perform corporate functions and supervise U.S. entities. Established under the AD are the “Global Banking Unit (“GBU”), Americas Division” and “Global Markets Unit (“GMU”), Americas Division” which performs business functions. The Human Resources Department (“HRD”) provides services and guidance to the Bank in order to attract, retain, motivate, employees who will provide high quality services. In addition to the department’s daily operations, guidance and direction is provided to Head of Departments and Senior Management in order to maximize efficient use of human capital while protecting the Bank from employment-related legal risks.

The temporary Human Resources Generalist (“HRG”) is responsible for assisting in supporting the Bank on HR issues, such as talent acquisition, workforce planning, succession management, performance management, and employee relations. Providing departmental administrative support. Responsible for ensuring Bank policies are implemented and performed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develops partnerships with business area managers and employees to best provide HR-related services to the business area with respect to the Branch. Partners with senior HRD staff to assist staff and develop initiatives for staff.
2. Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with senior HRD staff and the Legal Department, as needed.
3. Supports the development of a staffing and recruitment plan for each business area. As needed, recruits for open positions, revises job descriptions, job titles, etc. Assists with employment termination processing, as necessary. Delivers new hire orientation materials to new hires.
4. Assists the HRG to provide day-to-day performance management guidance to business area managers, including but not limited to coaching, counseling, career development, promotion nominations, and performance improvement plans.
5. Assists with administrative tasks, data entry, and event day-of coordination.
6. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

1. Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or its equivalent with 2 years of related experience.
2. Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
3. Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills.
5. Good detail orientation, organizational, and multitasking skills.

Why you should join SuMi Trust:

SuMi Trust embraces flexible ways of working when the business and role permits. We provide employees with a hybrid working model, allowing for in-office work and work from home. Our diverse and inclusive environment along with our global presence enables us to collaborate and communicate to meet our business needs. We believe that efficient teams need truth, loyalty, and a strong sense of purpose to balance risk and their targets. We make sustainable business decisions to improve our society and the world. We believe that each person brings a unique value that drives the business though their creativity and passion.

• The Employee Benefits package includes: Paid Time Off, medical, HSA, vision, dental, FSA, 401(k), profit sharing, legal plan, cancer indemnity plan, disability insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program, commuter benefits, business travel accident, paid volunteer day, paid memberships, paid seminars, and tuition assistance.
• We offer many socialization opportunities for wellness, financial wellbeing, runs/walks, team building, happy hours, and activities to support the Sustainable Developmental Goals.
• Check out our LinkedIn for our employee experience: https://www.linkedin.com/company/smtbny

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. SuMi Trust provides reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know when the Human Resources staff reaches out to you for an interview.

The anticipated salary range for this role is listed above. The specific salary offered to an employment applicant is based on the individual’s qualifications, experiences, the job responsibilities, an analysis of the current compensation paid for similar roles in the local geographic area, and key distinctions of the job as compared to current jobs in the Branch.