Senior Human Resources Coordinator

About Hanover

Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, Hanover Company is a family-led real estate company that develops high-quality multifamily and industrial properties across the country. Hanover is vertically integrated, with in-house development, construction and property management, so our teams are involved in every stage of a community's life, from site selection and design through construction, operations and long-term ownership.

About the Position

Hanover Company is seeking a Senior Human Resources Coordinator to join our corporate HR team in Houston. This position offers a variety of responsibilities spanning recruitment and onboarding, automation and technology, reporting and data analytics.

We are looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. The ideal candidate enjoys working with people, takes ownership of responsibilities, and is interested in finding ways to improve processes through technology and automation.

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Hanover's corporate office in Houston, Texas. You will work closely with HR leadership, division leaders and construction, property management and corporate employees. The role also provides opportunities to participate in company events and employee engagement activities.

Why Hanover?

• Broad HR Experience and Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience across a variety of HR functions, including onboarding, recruiting, HR systems, reporting, employee programs, and multi-state employment laws and compliance, while developing your technical skills and expanding your HR knowledge.

• Exposure Across the Organization: Work with employees and managers across Hanover''''s development, construction, property management, and corporate divisions.

• Access to Leadership: Work closely with experienced HR professionals and company leadership.

• Meaningful Responsibility: Take ownership of important daily HR processes and contribute to projects that support employees throughout the organization.

• Collaborative Company Culture: Be part of a family-led organization that values teamwork, initiative, and excellence.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Company-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage for employees.

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive compensation and a performance-based bonus program.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations and Onboarding

• Prepare offer letters and coordinate pre-employment requirements.

• Partner with hiring managers and IT to coordinate new employee equipment, system access, and other onboarding needs.

• Coordinate the employee onboarding process, from offer acceptance through the new hire''''s first day.

• Conduct remote and in-person new hire orientation sessions.

• Prepare employee action forms, checklists, and other HR documentation.

Recruiting Administration

• Create and maintain job requisitions in Taleo and postings in other recruiting platforms.

• Coordinate with hiring managers and recruiting team to support hiring activities.

• Assist with interview scheduling, college recruiting activities, and communication with external recruiters.

• Maintain accurate applicant tracking information and support compliance with applicable job posting requirements.

HR Technology, Reporting and Process Improvement

• Serve as a power user for UKG, assisting employees, managers, and HR team members with system questions and functionality.

• Support system administration, workflows, forms, user access, and troubleshooting.

• Prepare HR reports, presentations, and data summaries for department and company leadership.

• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, trackers, and automated reminders to support daily operations.

• Identify opportunities to automate the onboarding experience, simplify processes, reduce manual work, and improve efficiency through HR technology, AI tools, and automation.

• Develop user guides and training resources to help employees and managers use HR systems effectively.

Employee Programs and Special Projects

• Support employee performance review processes, compensation surveys, and other HR initiatives.

• Assist with developing training materials, presentations, and manager resources.

• Participate in company events, employee engagement activities, and team-building initiatives.

• Support special projects and other departmental priorities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor''''s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.

• 2 to 4 years of experience in Human Resources, HR operations, or HRIS, including hands-on experience with an HR information system preferred.

• Experience with UKG preferred, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.

• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and lookups, along with strong proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an engaging, approachable manner and the ability to build positive working relationships across the organization.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to prepare accurate reports and communicate information clearly.

• Interest in using technology, AI tools, and automation to improve administrative processes.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for a corporate office environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of employment compliance requirements, including Form I-9 and pay transparency laws.

• HR certification, such as SHRM-CP or PHR.

Interested in Joining Hanover?

If you enjoy a variety of HR responsibilities, working with people, and finding practical ways to improve processes, we''''d welcome the opportunity to learn more about you.