HR Assistant

LaSalle Network; Janesville (WI); Hybrid; USD 71,635,000 - 74,390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits enrollment eligibility

Job summary

LaSalle Network is partnering with a dynamic retail leader to hire a Benefits Assistant / HR Operations Assistant in Janesville, WI. This hybrid, temporary-to-hire role supports day-to-day HR operations, benefits tasks, and employee inquiries within a collaborative HR team.

Ideal candidates are organized, with strong communication, tech skills, and the ability to learn multiple HR systems. Experience with HRIS and onboarding platforms is a plus, and Excel basics are required.

Qualifications

• Previous HR experience is preferred, but not required.
• Customer service, administrative or operations experience is also valuable.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new software and systems quickly.
• Comfortable working in multiple platforms and remembering system navigation and processes.
• Experience with HRIS, benefits or onboarding platforms is a plus.
• Basic Excel skills, including sorting, filtering and adding/removing columns.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A customer-focused mindset with a genuine interest in helping employees.
• Ability to follow established procedures and manage recurring weekly responsibilities.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a broader HR team.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR operations and administrative processes.
• Process and approve employee terminations within the HRIS.
• Partner with store leaders to address questions and updates related to time, HR processes and employee information.
• Monitor and respond to employee inquiries through a shared HR inbox.
• Assist with benefits-related administrative tasks and employee questions.
• Support onboarding and other employee lifecycle processes.
• Maintain accurate employee information across multiple HR systems.
• Assist with compliance-related processes and documentation.
• Follow established SOPs and ensure recurring processes are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist with basic reporting and data updates in Excel.
• Collaborate with HR team members and internal stakeholders to resolve questions and issues.
• Support additional HR projects and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Skills

HRIS knowledge

Excel basics

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multi-platform navigation

Excellent communication

Tech proficiency

Independent yet collaborative

Tools

UKG

BenefitFocus

iCIMS

AbsenceSoft

Outlook

Teams

Excel

Job description

LaSalle Network is partnering with a dynamic leader in the retail industry to find a Benefits Assistant / HR Operations Assistant to join their collaborative Human Resources team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping people, is comfortable working with technology and wants to build their career in HR.

In this role, you'll support day-to-day HR operations, employee questions, administrative processes and benefits-related activities. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented and adaptable, with the ability to learn multiple HR systems and follow established processes.

This is a hybrid, temporary-to-hire opportunity with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR operations and administrative processes.
• Process and approve employee terminations within the HRIS.
• Partner with store leaders to address questions and updates related to time, HR processes and employee information.
• Monitor and respond to employee inquiries through a shared HR inbox.
• Assist with benefits-related administrative tasks and employee questions.
• Support onboarding and other employee lifecycle processes.
• Maintain accurate employee information across multiple HR systems.
• Assist with compliance-related processes and documentation.
• Follow established SOPs and ensure recurring processes are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist with basic reporting and data updates in Excel.
• Collaborate with HR team members and internal stakeholders to resolve questions and issues.
• Support additional HR projects and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous HR experience is preferred, but not required.
• Customer service, administrative or operations experience is also valuable.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new software and systems quickly.
• Comfortable working in multiple platforms and remembering system navigation and processes.
• Experience with HRIS, benefits or onboarding platforms is a plus.
• Basic Excel skills, including sorting, filtering and adding/removing columns.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A customer-focused mindset with a genuine interest in helping employees.
• Ability to follow established procedures and manage recurring weekly responsibilities.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a broader HR team.

Systems you may work with include: UKG, BenefitFocus, iCIMS, AbsenceSoft, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams and Excel.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation: $25 per hour
• Potential for permanent hire: Approximately $50,000 upon conversion
• Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
• Location: Janesville, WI, Hybrid, 4 days in office / 1 day from home
• Opportunity: Temporary-to-hire, initially expected to be 3–4 months

Spencer Weiss

Recruiter at LaSalle Network

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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.