at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Human Resources Coordinator
Recruiting Location
US-IL-Chicago
Department
Human Resources
Summary
Support the Local Human Resources department in carrying out the day-to-day operations and various human resources programs and procedures for the Chicago office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares and processes data on new hires, terminations, salary, position and status changes, etc.
Oversees data entry processes and runs audits as necessary.
Monitors and reconciles Time & Attendance data entry by staff.
Assists in the administration of leaves of absence (i.e., Disability, FMLA, Workers' Compensation).
Assists with firmwide HR initiatives for lawyers and staff, including the performance management process.
Creates and runs queries and reports from HRIS.
Assists in processing unemployment claims.
Maintains personnel files and various other departmental files.
Responds to employee inquiries regarding firm policies and procedures as well as responding to specific employment verifications.
Assists in maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state and local employment regulations.
Assists in the supervision of projects assigned to HR interns.
Initiate onboarding for staff and lawyers, prep for and conduct New Hire Orientation as needed.
Monitor requisitions, new hire paperwork and onboarding via iCIMS applicant management system.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
Minimum of 2-4 years of Human Resources experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software
Working understanding of human resource principles, practices and procedures.
Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field and/or equivalent experience.
Preferred:
Experience and comfort with public speaking
PHR, SPHR or SHRM certification
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Sidley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, citizenship status, national origin, veteran status and any other factor protected by applicable law.
