Human Resources Assistant

@ Kaufman Dolowich LLP

Overview

Kaufman Dolowich, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms, is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to join our Human Resources team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various HR functions and contribute to the department's overall success.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR operations and serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries.
• Maintain and update HRIS records, personnel files, and organizational charts.
• Respond to employee questions regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Process semi-monthly payroll, conduct timekeeping audits, and manage attendance records.
• Coordinate onboarding for new hires including paperwork and system access.
• Track and maintain data related to leaves of absence, performance evaluations, and training.
• Provide administrative support for performance reviews and other HR programs.
• Reconcile benefit statements with all providers.
• Assist with planning employee events, wellness initiatives, and internal communications.
• Create monthly newsletters and birthday/anniversary announcements.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and firm policies.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team including calendar management, reporting, filing, and data entry.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the department and firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2+ years in an HR support role, preferably in a legal or professional services environment.
• Payroll processing experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS systems preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers a competitive total rewards package including potential performance-based bonuses. The target hiring range is approximately $50,000 - $65,000, with actual compensation based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Key Skills/Competency

• HR Operations
• Payroll
• Onboarding
• HRIS
• Administration
• Compliance
• Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Employee Relations
• Attention to Detail