Human Resources Coordinator

Confidential Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

A leading HR service provider in Atlanta is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator. This role involves coordinating onboarding, maintaining employee records, and assisting with benefits and payroll. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, 1-3 years of relevant experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. You will ensure compliance with employment laws and support various HR initiatives in a collaborative environment. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in an HR, administrative, or coordinator role.
• Knowledge of basic HR practices and employment laws.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate new hire onboarding and maintain employee records.
• Assist with benefits administration and payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and assist with audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS/ATS systems

Job description

The Human Resources Coordinator provides day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Human Resources function. This role is responsible for coordinating HR processes across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employee records, benefits administration support, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Administration

• Coordinate new hire onboarding, including offer documentation, background checks, I-9 verification, and orientation scheduling
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HRIS and personnel files
• Support offboarding processes, including exit documentation and system access coordination
• Respond to employee inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and basic benefits questions

Benefits & Payroll Support

• Assist with benefits administration, enrollment, and employee changes
• Act as a liaison between employees and benefits providers as needed
• Support payroll processing by ensuring accurate employee data and timely submissions

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies
• Assist with audits, reports, and compliance documentation (e.g., EEO, OSHA, I-9)
• Help track required trainings, certifications, and policy acknowledgments
• Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communications
• Assist with job postings and applicant tracking system updates
• Support recruiting events, career fairs, and employer branding initiatives

Employee Engagement & HR Projects

• Support employee engagement initiatives, communications, and events
• Assist with performance review cycles and HR programs
• Participate in HR projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in an HR, administrative, or coordinator role
• Knowledge of basic HR practices, employment laws, and confidentiality standards
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/ATS systems
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills

Preferred

• Experience with benefits administration and payroll support
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) or progress toward certification
• Experience supporting a fast-paced or growing organization

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Collaborative and proactive approach

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Inclusive, collaborative work environment