Hybrid HR Assistant: Admin & People Operations

Harvard Business School; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Harvard Business School’s Human Resources team is seeking an organized HR Assistant to provide administrative, coordination, and program support across a broad range of HR activities. The role serves as a welcoming first point of contact for the department while supporting events, communications, learning and development, and employee recognition initiatives.

This hybrid position requires on-site presence at Harvard Business School's Boston campus, with a minimum of 3 days on-site per week; 35

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative support experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Front Desk & Office Administration: coordinate HR events, serve as welcoming representative and manage calendar and supplies.
• Financial administration support: process invoices and support weekly financial sweeps.
• Rewards & Recognition (R&R) Program: process requests with consultants and payroll.
• Communications: assist with HR Digest and staff newsletters.
• Learning & Development: assist with courses, materials, and scheduling.
• Other Responsibilities: support HR projects and act as backup as needed.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organization

Discretion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Canva

Content management systems

Databases

Job description

Harvard Business School’s Human Resources team is seeking an organized HR Assistant to provide administrative, coordination, and program support across a broad range of HR activities. The role serves as a welcoming first point of contact for the department while supporting events, communications, learning and development, and employee recognition initiatives.

This hybrid position requires on-site presence at Harvard Business School's Boston campus, with a minimum of 3 days on-site per week; 35