Human Resources (HR) Assistant

Jobs › Peabody, MA › Human Resources (HR) Assistant Robert Half Human Resources (HR) Assistant Peabody, MA Apply Description We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support day-to-day HR operations for a Contract position based in Peabody, MA. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys coordinating hiring activities, assisting with onboarding, and maintaining accurate employee records in HR systems. The role also works closely with team members and candidates to help create a smooth, detail-oriented experience throughout the employment process.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including preparing documentation, scheduling pre-employment steps, and helping employees transition into their roles.
• Maintain and update personnel information within HRIS platforms to support accurate records, reporting, and compliance.
• Assist with hiring process requirements and follow up on required hiring documentation to keep recruitment timelines on track.
• Support recruiting efforts by posting openings, organizing candidate materials, and helping schedule interviews with hiring teams.
• Respond to routine employee questions related to HR policies, procedures, and administrative processes in a timely manner.
• Help manage talent acquisition workflows by tracking applicant progress and ensuring hiring files are complete and organized.
• Provide administrative support for employee relations matters by documenting information and coordinating next steps with HR staff when needed.
• Contribute to HR process updates and system-related onboarding activities as assigned to support departmental operations. Requirements
• Experience providing administrative support in a human resources environment.
• Working knowledge of HRIS tools and the ability to maintain confidential employee data accurately.
• Familiarity with onboarding coordination, background screening, and documentation for new employees.
• Understanding of recruiting or talent acquisition processes, including interview scheduling and applicant tracking.
• Ability to communicate professionally with employees, candidates, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment.

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