... наверное очень зависит от структуры компании, у нас 2-3 человека HR Manager и остальные так называемые HR Generalist ... это как я понял HR entry position, даже сейчас набирают и тех и тех, требования такие for HR Generalist:
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The Human Resources Generalist provides support and HR services to 120+ employees in the Vancouver office including orientation, performance management, talent development/planning, and employee relations. This position also provides immigration and relocation support to for the western region as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES /
-Manage and oversee the Corporate Orientation program ensuring consistency and quality throughout all offices.
-Develop and coordinate West Coast Employee Orientation programs that are effective, informative and fun.
-SME pertaining to immigration, visa and employee relocation requirements. The point of contact for corporate movers and interim accommodation contacts.
-Accountable for Employee Recognition program for the West Coast.
-Working with department managers, develop new ideas, prepare the annual program plan, and implement plan effectively.
-Coordinate annual Performance Management program. Prepare communication plan for department managers and employees to ensure completion of information in a timely manner. Oversee annual rollout of program. Make recommendations for improvements and be effective in prioritizing and implementing recommendations on an annual basis.
-Conduct employee exit interviews, identify trends, and put forward recommendations for improvements to HR Manager.
-Assist in the maintenance of the HR site on the company intranet and ensure material is added and revised as required.
-Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and practices.
-Utilizing our automated time tracking system, prepare monthly vacation and sabbatical report highlighting anomalies to the HR Manager.
-Manage and coordinate cultural programs including facilitating Blast's active and energetic social committee and social events.
-Participate in ongoing special projects in support of Blast Radius' rapid growth and employee evolution as well as other HR related activities as required.
REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE /
At least 4-5years of HR experience with a minimum of 2 years as a Generalist in a fast paced, growing organization, preferably high tech or professional services.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Experience successfully coordinating and conducting HR programs.
Experience developing relationships and partnering with various departments.
Proven ability to initiate and develop activities and creative ideas
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and PowerPoint as well as online surveys and customer satisfaction metrics.
Technology savvy, able to learn new applications quickly.
Post secondary education, preferably in business and/or Human Resources.
ATTRIBUTES /
Must be able to deal effectively with ambiguity.
Must be able to recognize trends and identify systematic approaches to business and human resources issues
Thrives on a busy workload and tight deadlines
Very thorough and detail oriented and takes personal responsibility for follow up
Likable and able to develop honest relationships with a diverse employee group
Demonstrated self starter with solid organizational skills, with the ability to deal with multiple tasks and handle confidential information in a professional manner at all times.
Must be able to communicate effectively (both written and verbally) and provide excellent customer service to meet organizational objectives.
A positive, 'cup is half full' attitude
A passion for life, people and the human resources profession
-работу найти можно ТОЛЬКО с хорошими связями и с умением легко и непринужденно общаться с людьми(об английском я даже не говорю 
) ,тк работа очень легкая и платят неплохо -учеба на HR- одно удовольствие(весьма дорогое)-преспективы в поиске работы близки к нулю..но кто знает,дорогу ,как грится,осилит идущий. 
).У одного знакомого из Москвы жена училась 4 года,помыкалась 2 года без работы-всяла курсы бух. и все на этом.Наверное есть исключения