Job Description

Join Hudson by Avolta as an HR Generalist at Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)! If you're passionate about people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to grow with an on the move company, this is the opportunity for you!

As an HR Generalist at Hudson, you will play a critical role in supporting the people-side of our retail operations at Chicago Midway International Airport. Acting as a trusted advisor to managers and employees alike, you will help shape a positive workplace culture through strategic HR support, employee engagement, compliance, and talent development. In this dynamic, fast-paced environment, you'll collaborate closely with the HR Business Partner and operational leaders to ensure smooth day-to-day functions while also driving initiatives that contribute to long-term success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to operations managers, offering guidance on employee relations, performance management, and compliance Partner with the HR Business Partner to build and maintain a strong HR presence across the branch.
• Monitor and report on key HR trends and metrics such as turnover, staffing levels, and engagement
• Provide support in employee counseling, investigations, and conflict resolution
• Oversee recruitment efforts including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding
• Deliver new hire orientations, policy training, and ongoing development programs
• Ensure compliance with company policies, local/federal labor laws, and airport regulations Maintain accurate HR records and employee files; manage data entry in PeopleSoft
• Respond to employee questions regarding compensation, leave, scheduling, and other HR matters Collaborate with community organizations to expand the candidate pipeline
• Support union-related matters by understanding and applying collective bargaining agreements Assist with the planning and execution of employee recognition and engagement initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Recruiting role
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification (or in progress)
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and HR best practices

Additional Information:

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Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”)

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