As an HR Generalist, you will support business groups by delivering HR programs in performance management, employee relations, and talent development initiatives.
The Opportunity:
As an HR Generalist for CNET Group, you will support assigned business groups by delivering core HR programs and providing guidance across key areas such as performance management, employee relations, career development, and learning.
You thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while staying organized, proactive, and calm under pressure, with strong communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with managers and employees
- Facilitate roundtable discussions and exit interviews; support employee relations matters
- Coordinate and manage new hire check-ins to support onboarding and engagement
- Host HR office hours and deliver training on annual HR processes
- Identify and escalate complex or sensitive employee issues and trends to HR leadership or appropriate partners
- Support key talent processes, including performance reviews, talent calibrations, and employee development initiatives
- Assist with workforce planning activities in partnership with HR leadership
- Support M&A-related activities by coordinating with HR leadership and business stakeholders
- Assist with ad hoc requests and special projects across HR functions, including BHR, Payroll/Compliance, L&D, and Talent Acquisition
- Partner with the broader global HR team to align on processes, tools, and resources
- Maintain standards and procedures for responding to employee inquiries, processing transactions, and administering HR programs
Job Qualifications:
- 4+ years of experience in Human Resources
- 2+ years in an HR Generalist or similar role supporting employees and managers
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Experience across core HR areas, including employee relations, performance management, and employee development
- Ability to build relationships and effectively support managers in day-to-day HR matters
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with competing priorities
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws (multi-state experience a plus)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Collaborative, proactive, and accountable approach to work
- Experience working in a unionized environment, with an understanding of labor relations practices and union interactions, is preferred
About CNET Group
CNET Group (part of Ziff Davis) represents a growing portfolio of trusted digital media brands—including CNET, PCMag, Mashable, Lifehacker, and ZDNet—specializing in tech reviews, news, and advice. Reaching over 81 million monthly users, we help consumers navigate, purchase, and enjoy technology through expert analysis and in-depth reporting. Our content empowers the world to use tech for personal development in all areas of life, and we seamlessly guide our readers toward the products and services that make their lives better.
About Ziff Davis
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology. Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.
Our Benefits
CNET Group offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as life and disability benefits. Our employees enjoy Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) with company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
We are committed to work-life balance with Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and paid holidays. We offer family building and caregiving support and generous Family Care and Parental leave, when you need it. We also provide Fitness Reimbursement and access to wellness programs, ensuring our team stays healthy both physically and mentally.
At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.
If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then CNET Group is the place for you.
Compensation Range
Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The salary compensation for this role is $70,000 - $90,000. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance.
Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Ziff Davis, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. We are committed to maintaining a safe and professional work environment for all employees.
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