HR Assistant: Remote Day, Leave & Process Optimizer

The Addison Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One remote workday per week after培训

Process improvements and AI-driven HR

Exposure to broad HR functions

Job summary

The Addison Group is seeking an experienced HR Assistant in Chicago, IL to provide administrative and employee support within a busy HR department. This contract-to-hire role requires handling confidential documentation, coordinating leave processes, payroll and benefits inquiries, and supporting HR operations for ~300 employees.

Qualified candidates have 3–5+ years in HR administration, strong Excel and Office skills, experience with HRIS (Oracle a plus), and familiarity with AI tools like

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in HR administration/coordination
• FMLA and leave administration experience
• Strong HR policies and documentation knowledge
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills
• Experience with an HRIS; Oracle a plus
• Familiarity with AI tools including Microsoft Copilot
• Bachelor's degree required for permanent employment consideration
• Strong organization and prioritization in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with discretion

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational support to the HR team for ~300 employees
• Serve as primary contact for payroll, benefits, onboarding, leaves, and HR inquiries
• Maintain confidential personnel files and HR documentation
• Assist with FMLA administration and tracking
• Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and benefits administration
• Update HRIS, spreadsheets, and internal tracking systems
• Prepare reports, presentations, and employee communications for HR leadership
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows with technology and AI tools
• Manage multiple requests and ensure timely follow-up

Skills

HR experience

Excel skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS

Oracle

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

The Addison Group is seeking an experienced HR Assistant in Chicago, IL to provide administrative and employee support within a busy HR department. This contract-to-hire role requires handling confidential documentation, coordinating leave processes, payroll and benefits inquiries, and supporting HR operations for ~300 employees.

Qualified candidates have 3–5+ years in HR administration, strong Excel and Office skills, experience with HRIS (Oracle a plus), and familiarity with AI tools like