Legal Staff Human Resources in Washington, DC

Law Firm

Washington, DC

Legal Staff Human Resources in Washington, DC

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Human Resources Coordinator - Shared Services

Job Responsibilities:
The Human Resources Coordinator at the law firm is tasked with supporting the global HR processes and data management within a shared services model. Key responsibilities include:

- Completing data entry for new hires, changes/transfers, and terminations in Workday and coordinating related communications and logistics.
- Facilitating data validation efforts between the HRIS team and data stakeholders, investigating missing information and discrepancies, and proposing data entry and auditing process enhancements.
- Providing front-line support to designated teams and end-users on HR data entry and related requests.
- Preparing and coordinating new hire onboarding, which includes conducting orientation presentations, drafting orientation materials, scheduling meetings, sending welcome emails, and verifying I-9 documentation.
- Owning compliance-related administrative tasks and trainings.
- Supporting the HRIS team with Workday troubleshooting, including researching and escalating technical issues, facilitating business process approvals, and testing recommended enhancements.
- Monitoring the HR support queue and providing prompt and accurate responses to HR requests and questions.
- Supporting firmwide performance management processes.
- Assisting with biweekly business professional timesheet audits.
- Maintaining electronic personnel files and ensuring that all HR onboarding, off-boarding, and talent documents are electronically filed in the worker records.
- Drafting, maintaining, and sharing HR reference documents and supporting materials.

Education and Experience Information:
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Candidates should have at least two years of related experience working with data management practices and employee-focused customer support. Additionally, candidates should possess:

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
- Familiarity with HR Information System (HRIS) software and tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to organize tasks and prioritize based on broad objectives and guidance.
- The ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.
- The ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
- The ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly.

Salary Information:
Successful candidates will be provided with a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses. The target hiring range is $55,000 - $65,000. However, quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of final salary offers, as base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that the law firm provides to compensate and recognize staff professionals for their work. Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.