HR Coordinator /LAW

Winston Staffing; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Winston Staffing seeks an HR Coordinator in New Jersey to support the HR department in day-to-day operations, from recruitment through onboarding and benefits administration. The role requires 2–3+ years of HR experience in a law firm and a high level of discretion.

The successful candidate will maintain confidential employee records, assist with training, and ensure compliance with applicable laws while collaborating with the broader HR team to drive smooth processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business admin, or related field (or equivalent).
• 2–3+ years HR support experience; law firm experience REQUIRED.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; discretion with sensitive info.

Responsibilities

• Assist with full-cycle recruitment: posting, scheduling interviews, reference checks.
• Support onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Maintain and update employee records, HR databases, and files with confidentiality.
• Track attendance, leave requests, and benefits administration.
• Plan and coordinate training sessions and employee engagement activities.
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, local laws and internal policies.
• Perform additional administrative tasks and projects as needed.

Skills

Organization & detail

Communication

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

Human Resources Coordinator MUST HAVE 2-3+ years of experience IN LAW FIRM to join growing team. In this role, you will provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Department, helping ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of HR processes, from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations, recordkeeping, and compliance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the full-cycle recruitment process, including posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Support onboarding and orientation for new employees, ensuring a seamless transition into the firm.
• Maintain and update employee records, HR databases, and personnel files with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Track employee attendance, leave requests, and benefits administration.
• Plan and coordinate training sessions, workshops, and employee engagement activities.
• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws as well as internal policies.
• Perform additional administrative tasks and projects as needed to support the HR team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 2–3+ years of experience in an HR support role; law firm experience REQUIRED
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with HRIS systems is a plus.