Human Resources Coordinator

Connor & Gallagher OneSource; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A professional services firm is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Coordinator to support core HR operations including recruiting, benefits administration, and onboarding. Candidates should have 2-3 years of HR experience, knowledge of HR best practices, and proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office. This full-time position is located in Lisle, Illinois, and offers competitive benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as an HR Coordinator/Generalist or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, benefits, and payroll.
• Proficiency in HRIS software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR data integrity.
• Prepare employee documentation and serve as the first point of contact for HR inquiries.
• Coordinate the recruitment process and support hiring managers throughout.

Skills

HR best practices

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Leave administration support

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Tools

UKG

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Connor & Gallagher OneSource provided pay range

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Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

Who We Are. What We Do.

Connor & Gallagher OneSource (CGO) is a full-service Human Capital and Risk Management partner. Since 1997, we’ve supported organizations nationwide with insurance, employee benefits, HR, payroll, retirement, recruiting, and risk management solutions. Our dedicated teams combine expertise with a hands‑on service model, delivering integrated, flexible solutions that help businesses and their people thrive.

Position Summary

The HR Coordinator supports the execution of core human resources operations for internal employees, with a primary focus on recruiting coordination, benefits administration, HRIS data integrity, onboarding/offboarding, and employee‑facing administrative support. This role is highly operational and detail‑oriented, ensuring that HR processes run smoothly, accurately, and consistently.

Essential Functions

HR Operations & Administration

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date employee records in UKG, including new hires, job changes, compensation updates, and terminations
• Ensure HR data integrity through regular audits and reconciliation
• Prepare and maintain employee documentation in compliance with record‑retention requirements
• Serve as a first point of contact for employee HR inquiries, escalating complex issues to the HR Director as appropriate
• Coordinate the recruitment process for internal roles, including job postings, interview scheduling, candidate communications, and offer preparation
• Support hiring managers throughout the recruiting lifecycle to ensure a smooth candidate experience
• Execute onboarding processes, including orientation, new hire paperwork, system access coordination, and onboarding checklists
• Coordinate off‑boarding activities, including exit documentation, system access removal, and benefits notifications

Benefits Administration & Compliance

• Administer day‑to‑day benefits processes, including new hire enrollments, life event changes, and terminations
• Support employees during open enrollment by responding to questions and ensuring timely and accurate elections
• Process benefits updates in UKG and coordinate with brokers and carriers as needed
• Support leave administration (e.g., FMLA, STD) by tracking documentation and updating systems under HR Director guidance
• Maintain I‑9 documentation and support compliance reporting requirements
• Assist with policy updates, acknowledgments, and documentation

Payroll & Performance Management

• Audit non‑executive payroll‑related changes and ensure accuracy of payroll inputs
• Prepare and process approved compensation changes in HR systems
• Assist with payroll audits and documentation as needed
• Track performance review cycles and send reminders to managers
• Assist with performance improvement plan documentation and tracking

Culture, Engagement & Events

• Coordinate company events, engagement activities, and team‑building initiatives
• Support employee communications related to HR programs and initiatives
• Maintain training records and coordinate logistics for internal training sessions

Qualifications

• 2‑3 years of experience as an HR Coordinator/Generalist or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, benefits, and payroll.
• Proficiency in HRIS software (UKG experience preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Associates and/or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Key Skillset

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience supporting benefits open enrollment and leave administration.
• Familiarity with basic HR compliance requirements (I‑9, record‑keeping, audits).
• Experience coordinating employee events or engagement initiatives.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

• Insurance
• Insurance Agencies and Brokerages
• Human Resources Services

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance