HR Assistant

HR Specialist

Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA (On-Site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Covering LOA 6 plus months

Pay: $27 to $30 per hour

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dynamic HR Specialist to support and enhance our human resources operations in our Downtown Los Angeles office. This role will be responsible for managing key HR functions including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and HR systems. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer daily HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee record management
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and HR procedures
• Support employee relations efforts by assisting with investigations and resolving workplace concerns
• Ensure compliance with federal, state (California), and local employment laws and regulations
• Coordinate benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and employee education
• Partner with Talent Acquisition teams to support hiring processes and new hire onboarding
• Maintain accurate HRIS data and generate reports as needed
• Assist with performance management processes and employee development initiatives
• Support internal HR projects, audits, and process improvements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 2-5 years of HR experience in a generalist or specialist capacity
• Strong knowledge of California labor laws and HR best practices
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP)
• Experience working in a fast-paced or multi-site environment

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Work Environment:

• Fully on-site role in Downtown Los Angeles
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture

Benefit offerings: include medical, dental, vision, additional voluntary benefits, 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
• Seniority Level

Associate

• Industry

• Non-profit Organizations

• Employment Type

Full-time

• Job Functions

• Human Resources

• Administrative

• Skills

• New Hires

• Offboarding

• Onboarding

• Employee Relations

• New Hire Orientations

• Meeting Facilitation

Screening questions

Pay Details: $25.00 to $27.00 per hour

Search managed by: Lisa Hustler

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.