Human Resources Associate

Aster Talent; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier operational growth investment firm in Chicago is seeking an HR Associate / Coordinator to manage essential human capital processes. The role demands meticulous attention to detail and 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in professional services or consulting. You will be responsible for full-cycle recruitment, systems management, and supporting employee lifecycles. The position offers an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment with executive leadership interaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in HR, preferably in professional services or consulting.
• Exceptional eye for detail and disciplined approach to work.
• Ability to handle highly confidential data.

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-employment background checks and offer logistics.
• Maintain HRIS and internal rosters with high accuracy.
• Coordinate benefits, leave requests, and payroll updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented HR professional who thrives in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy the "engine room" of People Operations—ensuring every system, process, and employee touchpoint is executed with precision?

We are a premier operational growth investment firm in Chicago, dedicated to scaling high-impact companies that are redefining their industries. We are looking for an HR Associate / Coordinator to join our elite, lean team.

The Role

As our HR Associate / Coordinator, you will be the backbone of our human capital processes. From managing recruitment logistics and seamless onboarding to overseeing HRIS data and compliance, you’ll ensure our internal operations are as world‑class as the companies we invest in.

What You’ll Do

• Full-Cycle Coordination: Manage pre-employment background checks, offer letter logistics, and IT/Payroll setups.
• Systems Management: Maintain our HRIS, internal rosters, and organizational charts with 100% accuracy.
• Employee Lifecycle: Act as the go-to contact for benefits, leave requests, and payroll updates.
• Strategic Support: Assist senior leadership with annual compensation cycles, performance reviews, and firm‑wide culture programs.
• Offboarding: Coordinate with Finance and Legal to ensure professional and compliant separations.

Who You Are

• Experienced: 3+ years in HR (Professional services, investment, or consulting background is a major plus).
• Meticulous: You have an "exceptional" eye for detail and a disciplined approach to work.
• Adaptable: You have a "no task is too small" mindset and can pivot quickly.
• Professional: You possess the maturity to handle highly confidential data and interact with executive leadership.
• Educated: Bachelor’s degree with a record of outstanding academic achievement.