HR Assistant

HR Assistant

Frantz Ward LLP is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Assistant to support and expand the firm's Human Resources operations. This role will play a key part in benefits administration, recruiting coordination, employee engagement initiatives, HR systems management, and firm-wide events. The ideal candidate is highly organized, service-oriented, and eager to grow within a professional services environment.

Benefits & Compensation Administration

• Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, FSA, and ancillary benefits
• Process benefit changes (new hires, terminations, qualifying events, open enrollment)
• Coordinate annual open enrollment
• Support 401(k) administration, quarterly meetings, notices, Form 5500, and year-end testing

Wellness & Employee Engagement

• Support wellness programs, events, and engagement initiatives
• Promote wellness tools including Teladoc

Events & Culture

• Plan and coordinate firm events and morale activities
• Lead Events Committee and manage communications

HRIS & Payroll

• Maintain HR data in Paylocity
• Assist with onboarding improvements
• Serve as backup to payroll

Recruiting & Training

• Coordinate interviews and candidate communications
• Conduct phone screens for staff roles
• Assist with training coordination

Facilities & Operations

• Coordinate office supplies, repairs, moves, and organization

Requirements

• 1-2 years HR or administrative experience preferred
• Experience with HRIS platforms (Paylocity preferred)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field preferred.

The expected salary range for this role is $40,000 to $45,000 per year, with final compensation based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and other legitimate business considerations. This position is also eligible for the firm's comprehensive benefits package.