Human Resources Representative

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an HR Representative to support the Raleigh office and Corporate HR, focusing on employee engagement and administrative tasks. You will conduct new hire orientation, manage documentation, coordinate interviews, and assist with benefits and policy inquiries.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidential records. Local travel for team events and training is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of employees and management.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, Word and Excel or similar programs.
• Basic understanding of business activities.
• Active participant of employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist the local Raleigh office and corporate HR with a variety of HR-related tasks.
• Conduct engaging new hire orientation and verify I-9 documentation.
• Create employment requisitions and coordinate interview schedules.
• Support internship program coordination.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS entries with confidentiality.
• Provide HR customer service for policy, benefits, hiring, and related inquiries.
• Assist with annual performance reviews and reports.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Professional communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Human Resources Representative, we'll count on you to:

• Have a passion for working with people and a focus on employee engagement
• Assist the local Raleigh office, NC area, and corporate HR Department with a variety of HR-related tasks
• Conduct an engaging new hire orientation, assist with the completion of new hire paperwork, and verify I-9 documentation
• Create employment requisitions, coordinate interview schedules, assist with documentation of annual recruiting plans, and coordinate immigration information with Immigration
• Partner with the area to coordinate the Internship Program
• Conduct offboarding and processing of terminations
• Use corporate systems to maintain employee records and process personnel transactions
• Provide excellent HR customer service for employee and manager requests and questions related to company policies, procedures, benefits, hiring, etc.
• Comple affirmativ e Action Plans
• Provide support for running reports and analysis of a variety of HR data and audits
• Demonstrate knowledge of HDR policies and procedures
• Understand basic HDR benefit plan provisions, assist with employees’ benefit-related questions of moderate complexity, and refer complex questions to Corporate Benefits
• Review employee system queries periodically for accuracy of information
• Assists with the annual performance review process
• Plan and direct service anniversary celebrations with local offices
• Schedule and coordinate interviews, presentations, meetings and conference calls
• Complete administrative functions such as record-keeping, file maintenance, HRIS entries, making photocopies, and drafting and sending emails
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files, records, and sensitive employee information
• Assist with special projects
• Must be able to work in the downtown Raleigh office to support managers and employees
• Ability to travel around 3 times a year for team building, training, and conferences

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in relevant field
• 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of employees and management
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, Word and Excel or similar programs
• Basic understanding of business activities
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Industry

HR

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Marketing and Admin

Job Posting

Sep 1, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.