Top skills for Human Resources Generalist jobs

Based on 243 active Human Resources Generalist postings · updated Oct 8, 2026.

Skills employers ask for

The share of Human Resources Generalist postings that list each skill. Text that appears in almost every posting — equal-opportunity and benefits sections — is left out.

  • Business60%
  • Onboarding56%
  • Regulations44%
  • Payroll40%
  • Microsoft Office40%
  • Recruiting37%
  • Business Administration34%
  • Hiring34%
  • Staffing29%
  • Manufacturing28%
  • Coaching27%
  • Company Policies26%
  • Talent Acquisition22%
  • Ensure Compliance20%
  • HR Programs19%
  • Employment Law16%
  • HR Initiatives16%
  • Reimbursement15%
  • HR Business14%
  • Disabilities14%
  • Talent Management14%
  • Interviewing13%
  • Scheduling13%
  • Sound Judgment13%
  • Workforce Planning13%

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