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British Airways is one of the world's leading global premium airlines serving almost 40 million customers a year, travelling to over 180 destinations in more than 70 different countries worldwide. Currently, British Airways has an exciting opportunity open for a HR GENERALIST. This position will be based at NEW YORK (hybrid). As an HR Generalist, you’ll be a trusted first‑line People expert—providing accurate HR guidance, managing data and systems, and ensuring colleagues receive timely, high‑quality support. You’ll work across a broad range of HR activities, from process optimisation and compliance reporting to benefits administration and HR systems management.
Job Responsibility:
Providing consistent, high‑quality HR support on policies, processes and systems
Advising and guiding managers and colleagues, ensuring queries are resolved at first contact whenever possible
Managing HR systems and digital records, including ADP, to keep colleague lifecycle data accurate and compliant
Preparing compliance reports and supporting legislative, regulatory and CBA‑related obligations
Monitoring vendor interfaces and escalating issues where needed
Supporting daily queries related to Payroll, Benefits and Retirees
Acting as a key contact for benefits administration, including Workers’ Compensation, 401k, Pension, Leaves and Life Insurance
Maintaining union‑related records including seniority lists, job bids and pay calendars
Assisting with immigration and international assignment processes
Contributing to continuous improvement and process‑enhancement initiatives
Requirements:
Solid understanding of HR policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
Experience working with HRIS platforms, ideally ADP
Knowledge of employment law, data protection and confidentiality requirements
Experience managing benefits programmes
Strong reporting, data analysis and HR administration skills
You must have employment authorisation to work in the United States