Bilingual HR Assistant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. is seeking an HR Assistant to support recruitment, onboarding, and day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced environment near Bellwood, IL.

This contract-to-hire role is 100% onsite, with standard business hours and a benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR experience.
• Experience supporting recruiting and onboarding preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruiting activities, including resume screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Preparing offer letters and coordinating pre-employment requirements in ATS tools.
• Attending job fairs, hiring events and community outreach activities for TA.
• Support onboarding, background checks, new hire paperwork, and employee records management.
• Maintain HRIS and ATS data while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment regulations.
• Provide administrative support for HR operations, employee lifecycle activities, and labor relations documentation.
• Assist with HR communications, reporting, and employee support.

Skills

HR experience

Recruiting support

Onboarding support

HRIS

Applicant Tracking Systems

MS Office

Spanish bilingual (plus)

Education

Associate's degree in HR/Business/related field

Tools

HRIS

ATS tools

Job description

HR Assistant

Employment type: Contract to Hire

Location: 100% onsite near Bellwood IL

Hours: Monday - Friday, standard business hours

Pay rate: $24-26/hour

Join our team as an HR Assistant, supporting recruitment, onboarding, and day-to-day HR operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while delivering an exceptional employee and candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruiting activities, including resume screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Preparing offer letters and coordinating pre-employment requirements in ATS tools
• Attending job fairs, hiring events and community outreach activities for TA
• Support onboarding, background checks, new hire paperwork, and employee records management.
• Maintain HRIS and ATS data while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment regulations. Provide administrative support for union and non-union employees, including required postings and documentation, new hire materials and records.
• Provide administrative support for HR operations, employee lifecycle activities, and labor relations documentation.
• Assist with HR communications, reporting, and employee support.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR experience
• Experience supporting recruiting and onboarding preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Preferred:Associate's degree in HR, Business, or related field and/or HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP).

Benefits: Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, and other voluntary benefits.

Pay Details: $24.00 to $26.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.