Part-time HR Assistant – Boston, MA

The HR Assistant plays a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the HR Department. The position supports the functional areas of recruitment, onboarding, HRIS data management, and personnel record maintenance.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with the day-to-day operations of several HR functions including recruitment, benefits, and HR administration.
• Prepare new hire offer letters and process all new hire paperwork.
• Support all onboarding and offboarding activities.
• Update personnel files as assigned.
• Assist with benefits mailings and open enrollment projects.
• Assist with recruiting by posting positions, conducting reference checks, updating requisition databases, liaising with staffing firms, and supporting the scheduling of interviews.
• Perform data entry, scan documents, and assist in maintaining electronic and hard copy filing systems.
• Ensure employee or Partner inquiries are answered and/or properly routed in a timely manner.
• Create reports and work on special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong aptitude for MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate general office equipment.
• High degree of professionalism with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Discreet, trustworthy, and an ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn new skills and be solutions focused.
• Experience with HRIS software a plus.
• Basic understanding of human resource principles, practices, and procedures a plus.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required, Associates or higher-level degree preferred.
• 2+ years HR administrative experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Job Type:  Part-time.

Hours:  25 hours per week (Mon-Fri).

Work Location:  Hybrid (3 days onsite); Mondays mandatory.

Compensation:  $22-$25/hour.

Reports to:  HR Manager.

To Apply:  Please submit your resume and salary requirements to Lauren Steffen, Recruiting Coordinator:  lsteffen@morrisonmahoney.com.

About Us:

Morrison Mahoney LLP is an AV-rated law firm with 10 offices in the northeast and is expanding its offices.  Members of our team enjoy opportunity for advancement, excellent benefits, competitive salary, and a collegial and collaborative work environment.  We offer a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time employees.

Morrison Mahoney’s policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other classification, as protected by federal, state, or local law.  Equal employment opportunity extends to all personnel practices.