[Remote] HR Generalist, Retail

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sephora is a leading beauty retailer that inspires customers and empowers teams. The HR Generalist, Retail plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the Retail HR team by providing expert guidance and operational support on various HR topics, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and delivering high-quality service to employees and stakeholders. Responsibilities • Provide HR Operational Support: Serve as the primary contact for general HR inquiries, manage unemployment claims, support leave of absence and accommodation processes (FMLA, ADA, personal, religious), and handle escalated background check issues. • Manage HR Data and Reporting: Generate, maintain, and analyze reports and dashboards related to leaves, employee classification, and other key HR metrics. • Support Talent, Training, and Compliance: Collaborate on cyclical HR programs, assist with training delivery, ensure accurate employee classification, and uphold compliance with employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices. • Lead and Contribute to Projects: Participate in, lead and/or support internal projects/initiatives as needed. Skills • Experience in HR, or related field (including retail leadership): 3+ years • FMLA, ADA, leave administration experience: 2+ years • HR Policies, Procedures, Best Practices, Employment Law and Regulatory Compliance familiarity: 3+ years • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred, but not required. • Excellent communication (written and verbal), organizational, and time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines. • High level of customer service and attention to detail. • Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and positively to changing business needs and priorities. • Strong ethics, problem solving skills and cultural awareness. • Interpersonal Relationship Building. Ability to handle sensitive information and generally act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. • Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred, but not required. Benefits • Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans • A superior 401(k) plan • Various paid time off programs • Employee discount/perks • Life insurance • Disability insurance • Flexible spending accounts • An employee referral bonus program Company Overview • Sephora is an online shopping site that offers a range of beauty products such as cosmetics and skincare items. It was founded in 1969, and is headquartered in Neuilly-sur-seine, Ile-de-France, FRA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.sephora.com. Company H1B Sponsorship • SEPHORA has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 24 in 2025, 49 in 2024, 70 in 2023, 49 in 2022, 29 in 2021, 32 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.