HR Operations & Onboarding Coordinator

Sidley Austin LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Coordinator in Washington, DC. You will provide administrative support to the HR team and help execute day-to-day HR operations under supervision.

Responsibilities include onboarding new hires, coordinating training with IT and facilities, and maintaining HR records with confidentiality. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to learn HR information systems and other business applications.
• Up to two years of administrative, customer service, HR, or related experience; internship experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide organizational and administrative support to maintain daily HR operations.
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires including orientation scheduling and paperwork.
• Support offboarding activities including departure protocols and exit interviews.
• Respond to routine employee inquiries about HR procedures.
• Update spreadsheets and trackers used by the HR team.
• Assist with compliance activities and HR projects as needed.
• Schedule meetings for HR leadership and coordinate communication with professionals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Coordinator in Washington, DC. You will provide administrative support to the HR team and help execute day-to-day HR operations under supervision.

Responsibilities include onboarding new hires, coordinating training with IT and facilities, and maintaining HR records with confidentiality. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.