Human Resources Assistant
joss searchChicago (IL)
$70,000-$95,000
ApplyHuman Resources Assistant
Posted 4 days ago
joss searchChicago (IL)
SENIORITY
Mid
SALARY
$70,000-$95,000
About the role
The Client A confidential organization in Chicago is seeking an HR Assistant to join its growing Human Resources team. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional looking to build their HR career while gaining exposure to recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, and HR operations. The ideal candidate will be proactive, polished, and eager to support a busy HR team in a fast-paced environment.
The Role:
This position will provide administrative and coordination support to the Human Resources team, helping to ensure the smooth execution of day-to-day HR processes. The successful candidate will be a resourceful team player who can manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and provide exceptional support across various HR initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate interviews and manage scheduling between candidates, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders
- Support recruiting efforts by tracking candidates and maintaining applicant data
- Assist with onboarding and new hire orientation processes
- Prepare offer letters, onboarding materials, and employee documentation
- Maintain employee records, personnel files, and HR systems with accuracy and discretion
- Assist with employee communications, engagement initiatives, and company events
- Monitor HR inboxes and respond to employee inquiries
- Support compliance, reporting, and other HR administrative functions
- Coordinate meetings, trainings, and HR-related programs
- Track deadlines, action items, and ongoing HR projects
- Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks and special projects as needed
Qualifications:
- 1-3+ years of HR, recruiting coordination, administrative, or office support experience
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems is a plus
- Positive, proactive, and team-oriented mindset
- Flexible and responsive, with the ability to occasionally support business needs outside of standard working hours
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $70,000-$95,000 Discretionary bonus
Comprehensive benefits package Hybrid schedule: 4 days in office / 1 day work from home Chicago-based position Opportunity to learn from and work closely with an experienced HR team Collaborative and supportive culture with growth potential Flexibility and availability outside of standard business hours may be required based on business needs Joss Search is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, passionately supporting and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building an inclusive culture, respecting our individual differences and bringing our community together
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