Specialist, Human Resources

MillerKnoll; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerKnoll is seeking an HR Specialist to provide support to employees, managers and HR partners across Retail HR processes, including employee lifecycle transactions and system support. You will help ensure data accuracy and deliver customer‑focused service.

You will work with HR Business Partners and collaborate with Shared Services to ensure timely processing of associate changes, while building knowledge of HR practices and reporting. This role is based in Stamford, CT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 0–2 years of professional HR, operations, analytics or related experience.
• Proficient in MS Office applications; strong data accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to employees, managers and HR partners across Retail HR processes.
• Manage day‑to‑day HR transactions and Workday data updates.
• Produce routine workforce reports and dashboards for HR and Finance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data accuracy mindset

Customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Leadership, or a related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Why join us?

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Why join us?

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

About This Opportunity

The HR Specialist provides support to employees, managers, and HR partners across Retail. This role delivers efficient, consistent, and customer-focused service across core HR processes, including employee lifecycle transactions, general HR questions and system support, while ensuring compliance and data accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Partners with HR Business Partners, leaders and associates to support routine HR processes and procedures
• Serve as a resource for routine HR questions to appropriate resources and support teams
• Support day-to-day HR transactions and organizational maintenance within Workday.
• Partner with HR Shared Services to ensure timely and accurate processing of associate changes
• Assist HR Business Partners with transaction audits and data validation
• Produce recurring workforce reports and dashboards, including headcount, turnover, hiring activity, internal movement, promotions, and other workforce metrics for Finance and HR Business Partners
• Support and prepare materials for cyclical HR processes such as merit, talent reviews, succession planning, organizational discussions, and workforce planning activities.
• Coordinate follow-up actions and documentation resulting from HR and team meetings.
• Document processes, maintain project trackers, and support implementation activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, process consistency, and the overall employee experience.
• Assist with associate communications and HR program administration.
• Build foundational knowledge of HR Business Partner practices, employment policies, employee relations, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.
• Gain exposure to employee relations, talent management, and business partnership activities through guided participation and mentorship.
• Support special HR projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Leadership, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 0-2 years of professional experience in Human Resources, business operations, analytics, administration, customer service or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to build positive working relationships.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].