Human Resources Specialist

A growing professional services firm is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to support the full employee lifecycle in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys partnering with employees, improving processes, and making a meaningful impact across the organization.

Overview

The Human Resources Specialist will serve as a key resource for employees and managers, supporting benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, compliance, and HR operations. This role works closely with recruiting, payroll, finance, and leadership to deliver a positive employee experience and ensure efficient HR processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits and coordinate with third-party vendors
• Manage leave of absence programs, accommodations, and related documentation
• Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation programs
• Interpret and communicate HR policies and procedures
• Respond to employee HR inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality
• Manage offboarding processes, including documentation and system updates
• Support recruiting efforts through interview coordination and candidate communication
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Assist with performance review cycles and HR projects focused on process improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of HR experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment supporting multiple offices
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (ADP experience preferred)
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with room for professional growth
• Hybrid work schedule
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, HSA/FSA, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance