Human Resources Assistant

Atrium; Madison (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (health)

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Atrium in Madison, NJ is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to provide administrative support to the HR department and help manage employee lifecycle activities. You will assist with onboarding, benefits administration, payroll coordination, and maintain confidential records while ensuring compliance.

This full-time role requires strong organizational skills, experience with HRIS and MS Office, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting HR functions such as onboarding, recruitment, and time sheet approval.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR department, ensuring efficient and organized HR operations.
• Assist with the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, new hire paperwork, employee changes, and offboarding processes.
• Coordinate interview scheduling, communicate with candidates, manage calendars, and assist with recruiting and hiring activities.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee files, personnel records, HR databases, and electronic documentation.
• Assist with benefits administration, including new hire enrollments, employee questions, benefits changes, and open enrollment.
• Support payroll processing by collecting and verifying timesheets, tracking attendance, processing employee updates, and coordinating payroll-related documentation.
• Respond to routine employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, PTO, payroll, and general workplace procedures.
• Help coordinate employee engagement initiatives, company events, training sessions, and employee recognition programs.
• Assist with compliance-related activities, ensuring required employment documentation, certifications, and training records are up to date.
• Support performance management processes, including coordinating review schedules, distributing forms, and tracking completion.

Skills

HR onboarding

HR recruitment support

Time sheet approval

Organizational skills

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Confidential information handling

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

HR coursework or certification

Continuing education in HR compliance or employment law

Equivalent experience

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Payroll software

Job description

Atrium is seeking on behalf of our client a Human Resources Assistant based in Madison, NJ.

A background check may be run only after a conditional offer is made, where permitted by law.

Position: Human Resources Assistant

Location: Madison, NJ

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: $55,000–$70,000

Position Overview

The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the HR department, ensuring smooth and efficient daily processes. This role assists with employee lifecycle activities, benefits administration, and HR documentation while maintaining confidentiality and compliance. The position collaborates closely with HR team members and other departments to support organizational goals and employee engagement.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR department, ensuring efficient and organized HR operations.


• Assist with the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, new hire paperwork, employee changes, and offboarding processes.


• Coordinate interview scheduling, communicate with candidates, manage calendars, and assist with recruiting and hiring activities.


• Maintain accurate and confidential employee files, personnel records, HR databases, and electronic documentation.


• Assist with benefits administration, including new hire enrollments, employee questions, benefits changes, and open enrollment.


• Support payroll processing by collecting and verifying timesheets, tracking attendance, processing employee updates, and coordinating payroll-related documentation.


• Respond to routine employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, PTO, payroll, and general workplace procedures.


• Help coordinate employee engagement initiatives, company events, training sessions, and employee recognition programs.


• Assist with compliance-related activities, ensuring required employment documentation, certifications, and training records are up to date.


• Support performance management processes, including coordinating review schedules, distributing forms, and tracking completion.

Required Experience/Skills

• Experience supporting HR functions such as onboarding, recruitment, and time sheet approval.


• Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.


• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.


• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.

Preferred Experience/Skills

• Prior experience in a corporate HR environment.


• Familiarity with benefits and payroll administration.


• Experience coordinating employee engagement or training programs.


• Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities.


• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Education Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.


• Coursework or certification in HR management preferred.


• Continuing education in HR compliance or employment law is a plus.


• Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

If eligible under the ACA, medical, dental and vision benefits and time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws will be offered. Additional benefits may include paid holidays, a 401(k)-retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program, where applicable. Other compensation programs may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, where applicable.

Commitment to Diversity

As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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