<h2><strong>About Us:</strong></h2> <p>Rent the Runway (RTR) is transforming the way we get dressed by pioneering the world’s first Closet in the Cloud. Founded in 2009, RTR has disrupted the $2.4 trillion fashion industry by inspiring women with a more joyful, sustainable and financially-savvy way to feel their best every day. As the ultimate destination for circular fashion, the brand now offers infinite points of access to its shared closet via a fully customizable subscription to fashion, one-time rental or ownership. RTR offers designer apparel and accessories from hundreds of brand partners and has built in-house proprietary technology and a one-of-a-kind reverse logistics operation. RTR has been named to CNBC’s “Disruptor 50” five times in ten years, and has been placed on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list multiple times.</p> <h2><strong>About the Job:</strong></h2> <p>The HR Generalist serves as a key partner to employees and managers by supporting the full employee lifecycle, ensuring HR programs and processes are executed effectively across all teams. This role combines hands-on HR administration with consultative partnership — managing employee relations cases, advising on policy and compliance, and supporting site engagement, onboarding, and performance programs. The HR Generalist operates as a trusted resource for both employees and leadership, helping to maintain a positive, compliant, and performance-driven culture.</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Partner with HRBPs and managers to resolve employee relations issues, ensuring consistency and compliance with company policy and local labor laws.</li> <li>Support the execution of performance management processes, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and coaching documentation.</li> <li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HRIS systems (Workday) and ensure data integrity for reporting and compliance.</li> <li>Assist with investigations, documentation, and follow-up actions related to attendance, conduct, or performance matters.</li> <li>Partner with site leaders to implement engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and culture-building activities.</li> <li>Provide guidance to employees on HR policies, benefits, and procedures, escalating complex matters to the HRBP as needed.</li> <li>Support training, onboarding, and new-hire assimilation processes to strengthen retention and alignment with company values.</li> <li>Prepare and analyze HR metrics and reports (attrition, LOA trends, headcount, ER cases) to support operational reviews and business insights.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with company policies and state/federal employment regulations, assisting with audits and corrective actions when required.</li> <li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Payroll, Safety, and Operations to ensure alignment on employee matters, data accuracy, and employee experience.</li> <li>Collaborate with leadership to analyze staffing trends, forecast needs and execute strategic labor planning.</li> <li>Partner with staffing agencies to secure top talent, evaluate and manage vendor performance and ensure consistent labor order fulfillment.</li> <li>Align with operations management to identify operational issues and deliver targeted, proactive HR support.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About You:</strong></p> <ul> <li>4 years of progressive HR experience supporting multiple functions or locations.</li> <li>Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.</li> <li>Experience handling employee relations matters, investigations, and documentation.</li> <li>Proficiency in HRIS systems (Workday) and data reporting tools.</li> <li>Excellent written and oral communication, relationship management, and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Strong ability to balance tactical execution with strategic thinking and business partnership.</li> <li>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) a plus.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <p>At Rent the Runway, we’re committed to the wellbeing of our employees, and aim to create a workplace that fosters both personal and professional growth. Our inclusive benefits include, but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Paid Time Off including vacation, paid bereavement, and family sick leave - every employee needs time to take care of themselves and their family.</li> <li>Universal Paid Parental Leave for both parents + flexible return to work program - because we know your newest family member(s) deserve your undivided attention.</li> <li>Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of continuous service - Unplug, recharge, and have some fun!</li> <li>Exclusive employee subscription and rental discounts - to ensure you experience the magic of renting the runway (and give us valued feedback!).</li> <li>Comprehensive health, vision, dental, FSA and dependent care from day 1 of employment - Your health comes first and we’ve got you covered.</li> <li>401k match - an investment in your future.</li> <li>Company wide events and outings - our team spirit is no joke - we know how to have fun!</li> </ul> <p><em>Rent the Runway is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnan