Are you looking to kick-start your career in Human Resources with a solid foundation of generalist skills and knowledge? David Lerner Associates, a leading investment firm headquartered in Syosset since 1976, is looking for an HR Assistant to undertake a variety of HR administrative duties. The HR assistant's duties involve a wide range of support activities inside our HR department, from coordinating meetings to maintaining our employee database to posting job ads. An important part of your role will be to act as the liaison between HR and employees, ensuring smooth communication and prompt resolution of requests and questions. You’ll assist in creating policies, processes, and documents.
Some of the attributes we seek include excellent organization ability, familiarity with HR software, and strong communication skills. To be an ideal candidate for the human resources assistant position, you should hold an HR-related degree and have some experience in office administration. You should be able to work autonomously and remain calm under pressure. Ultimately, you’ll ensure our HR department is organized and operates smoothly to attract, hire and retain our employees.
What we have to offer you is the opportunity to work one on one with a Head of HR who takes professional development and mentorship very seriously. As the President-Elect of the SHRM-Long Island chapter, the VP of HR will provide you with unique opportunities for growth and networking. You will touch on almost every aspect of Human Resources and learn many valuable skills and competencies. David Lerner Associates offers medical, dental, and vision, FSA and HRA, company-paid Life, AD&D and LTD coverage, 401k with match, along with a suite of voluntary plans. We are currently working full-time in the office, but maintain WFH capabilities as needed. We have a 35 hour workweek and generous PTO plans. DLA fosters a strong family-business and collaborative atmosphere.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
- Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties
- Provide clerical and administrative support to VP Human Resources
- Compile and update employee records
- Process documentation and prepare reports relating to HR activities (staffing, recruitment, training, etc.)
- Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys etc.)
- Deal with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations
- Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, bonus, leaves, etc.), possibly act as a back-up payroll administrator
- Coordinate communication with candidates and schedule interviews
- Coordinate initial orientation to newly hired employees
- Other HR duties as deemed necessary by the HR Director
Skills
- Proven experience as an HR assistant, staff assistant, or relevant human resources/administrative position
- Excellent computer and typing skills (MS Office, in particular)
- Hands-on experience with an HRIS or HRMS
- Basic knowledge of labor laws
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong communications skills
- Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred
