Human Resources Associate

First Business Financial Services, Inc.; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

First Business Bank is seeking a Human Resources Associate to join its centralized HR team in Madison, WI. This role focuses on enhancing the employee experience through effective onboarding, training, and engagement initiatives while allowing for remote flexibility. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and a proactive approach to HR functions.

Qualifications

• Strong technology skills and quick adaptability to new systems.
• Demonstrated problem solver with excellent communication skills.
• Interest in focusing on human resources as a career track.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and employee engagement activities.
• Manage training calendar and system administrative tasks.
• Support planning and execution of employee events.

Skills

Communication

Technology skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in business, management, human resources, or related field

Job description

Join the growing team at First Business Bank as a

Human Resources Associate!

At the heart of First Business Bank, we believe success comes down to putting people first. Our people are our priority — they embody ambition, experience, and client focus. The result is extremely engaged employees who provide unmatched client satisfaction. With comprehensive total rewards to support our team members, a commitment to valuing each other’s differences, and a focus on improving our communities, we are confident you’ll find the experience is your advantage. We’re delighted you’re considering joining us!

WORK MODEL: This position is based out of our Madison, WI headquarters and allows remote flexibility 2 days per week.

The Human Resources Associate will play a key role in the centralized HR team, supporting functions such as onboarding, employee engagement, learning, internal communications, and events. Focused on delivering an exceptional employee experience, this role involves executing and owning a variety of tasks and projects, offering broad exposure to the full employment lifecycle.

CORE OBJECTIVES

• Orientation and Onboarding Coordination and Delivery: Coordinate all aspects of the pre-boarding and onboarding process, working in close partnership with managers and internal teams, to ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for all new employees.
• Training Calendar and System Administration: Oversee maintenance of the training calendar, track progress and completion, and generate reports within the company's LMS (Learning Management System).
• Event Support: Support the planning and execution of employee events and celebrations, in partnership with external venues and internal teams, by managing all aspects to ensure each event runs smoothly.
• Internal Communication: Maintain the cadence of HR communications on the company intranet (HUB) and through targeted company emails, keeping employees informed with timely, clear, and engaging updates across a variety of HR and employee focused topics.
• Corporate Culture & Employee Experience: Coordinate and manage opportunities for employee and workplace recognition and celebrations (i.e. birthdays, anniversaries, etc.), serve as a leader and or key member of employee committees that support company culture (Wellness, Fun, etc.), and support company sponsored philanthropy efforts such as the annual United Way Campaign.
• Broad HR Support: Assist with HR projects and initiatives, assist in maintenance of HR systems, respond to employee inquiries, and provide administrative support as needed across a variety of areas within the HR team and overall Company.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completed post-secondary degree, with a focus on business, management, human resources, or related field of study
• Previous work experience within a professional services industry, related to Human Resources a plus
• Strong technology skills and ability to pick up on new systems and applications quickly
• Demonstrated success in being resourceful and a proven problem solver
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and demonstrated organizational skills
• Basic knowledge of overall Human Resources functions (preferred); OR, a genuine interest in focusing on human resources as a career track