HR Generalist – Talent Acquisition & L&D

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.

Wilshire is seeking a dynamic HR professional passionate about attracting, developing, and engaging top talent across our global workforce. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building people-centric programs, driving a positive and inclusive employee experience, and cultivating a culture of continuous growth and learning. In addition to these focus areas, you will play a key role in supporting the overall needs of the HR department and collaborating with other team members, flexing across a variety of responsibilities as needed to help our team and organization succeed. 

Talent Acquisition 

• Partner with hiring managers to drive the recruitment process, sourcing and selecting diverse, high-potential candidates who align with Wilshire’s values and growth trajectory 
• Utilize the Applicant Tracking System to communicate with candidates, schedule interviews, and consistently deliver a positive candidate experience 
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives and ensure an inclusive recruiting process 
• Support the Summer Internship recruitment and programming 

Learning & Development 

• Design and implement engaging learning and development programs that enhance employee skills, foster leadership growth, and support ongoing career progression 
• Actively promote in-house training resources such as LinkedIn Learning and Brainstorm to staff and managers, driving increased awareness and utilization of best-in-class learning opportunities 
• Oversee the design, administration, and growth of the Wilshire mentorship program and other development initiatives 

Employee Engagement 

• Support the creation and execution of employee engagement initiatives that drive workplace satisfaction, retention, and high performance 
• Champion feedback channels, surveys, and action plans to continuously improve the employee experience 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience 
• 3+ years of HR experience, with a proven track record as an HR Generalist or Talent Acquisition Specialist 
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently, adapt to change, and thrive in an entrepreneurial setting 
• Proficiency with HRIS/ATS systems (BambooHR, SmartRecruiters preferred) 
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint 
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR) or Learning & Development/Curriculum Design certification preferred 
• Familiarity with the financial services industry or investment management preferred 

• 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 $70,000-$90,000. 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.