Overview:
Cassiday Schade LLP, a mid-sized litigation defense law firm headquartered in the Chicago Loop is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented HR Assistant to join their team. This position offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience in various HR functions.
Primarily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provides administrative support to HR as well as assisting the Firm’s Managers and Committees
- Coordinate recruitment activities including sourcing and screening
- Assist with orientation and onboarding of new employee
- Administration and support of various applications including the time and attendance system
- Coordinate employee events and recognition programs
- Employee Relations -- acts as liaison between firm employees and its managers
- Involved in daily operations of the firm and special projects
Ideal candidate is:
- A self-starter with a strong work ethic who work well independently as well as part of a team
- Organized and possess a high level of attention to detail
- A multi-tasker with follow-up / follow-through as needed
- A critical thinker - able to process information and resolve issues
- An effective communicator both in verbal and in written form
- Able to develop effective working relationships with all levels of firm personnel as well as outside of the firm
- Capable of using discretion and maintaining confidentiality
- Flexible and able adapt to shifting priorities
Education and Experience:
- Degree or Certificate in Human Resources or related field preferred
- Working knowledge of appropriate software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, and PDF programs
- Skillful typist
- Law firm experience a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60606 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60606: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person