Human Resources Assistant

Addison Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic HR environment

Work in a collaborative, professional services setting

Job summary

A well-respected consulting firm is seeking a Human Resources Assistant in Washington, DC. This role involves managing administrative tasks, supporting onboarding and offboarding, and maintaining confidentiality. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of HR administrative support experience, is proficient in Microsoft Office, and preferably familiar with HRIS systems. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment while receiving competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR administrative support experience.
• Consulting firm experience is a plus.
• Experience with HRIS (Workday) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of administrative HR tasks.
• Schedule meetings and oversee promotion processes.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Draft meeting agendas and record meeting minutes.

Skills

HR administrative support experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with HRIS (Workday)

Highly polished and organized

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Assistant

Industry: Human Resources | Consulting | Professional Services

Location (city, state): Washington, DC (Fully Onsite)

Assignment Type: Contract | 3–5 months

Pay: $22 – $25/hour (commensurate with experience)

Additional Details: Standard business hours | Professional office setting

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client

Our client, a well‑respected consulting firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a polished and organized HR Assistant to support their HR team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to gain hands‑on HR experience.

Job Description

We are seeking an HR Assistant to provide critical support to the HR department, handling a variety of administrative tasks while assisting with onboarding, offboarding, and promotion processes. This position requires a high level of organization, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of administrative HR tasks, ensuring efficient department operations.
• Schedule meetings, oversee promotion processes, collect documentation, and send communications.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure seamless employee transitions.
• Draft meeting agendas and record meeting minutes for HR‑related meetings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HR administrative support experience
• Consulting firm experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS (Workday) preferred.
• Highly polished, organized, and able to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (equivalent experience considered).

Perks

• Opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic HR environment.
• Work in a collaborative, professional services setting.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.