Human Resources (HR) Assistant

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We are looking for a Human Resources Assistant to support core HR operations. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in coordinating onboarding activities, maintaining accurate employee records, and assisting with day-to-day HR administration. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working across HR systems while helping create a smooth employee experience.Responsibilities:• Coordinate new employee intake activities, including document collection, pre-employment steps, and orientation scheduling to ensure a seamless onboarding process.• Maintain and update employee information within HR systems, ensuring records remain accurate, current, and compliant with internal standards.• Assist with background screening processes by initiating checks, tracking results, and following up on outstanding items.• Respond to routine employee questions related to HR policies, procedures, and general administrative matters in a timely and effective manner.• Provide administrative support for HR programs and day-to-day operations, including preparing forms, organizing documentation, and monitoring status updates.• Partner with internal teams to support employee relations activities by gathering information, maintaining confidentiality, and helping coordinate follow-up actions.• Contribute to HRIS-related tasks such as data entry, record validation, and support for onboarding workflows tied to system processes.