Human Resources Associate

Human Resources Associate

LHH is partnering with a well-established organization to identify a detail-oriented Human Resources Associate for a temporary assignment supporting a busy Human Resources team. This role will play a key part in supporting day-to-day HR functions, with a primary focus on benefits administration, employee data management, compliance tracking, and employee support. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an organized HR professional who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities while contributing to a positive employee experience.

Location: Baltimore, MD

Compensation: $24–$28 per hour, based on experience

Job Type: Contract (3–5 Month Assignment)

Schedule: Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily HR operations and administrative processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Administer employee benefits transactions, including enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and eligibility updates.
• Maintain accurate employee records within HRIS and benefits administration systems.
• Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and employee documentation processes.
• Conduct routine audits and reconciliations related to employee data, benefits programs, and HR records.
• Support compliance tracking, reporting, and recordkeeping activities.
• Coordinate with payroll, employees, and third-party vendors to resolve benefits and HR-related inquiries.
• Review system reports and data files to ensure accuracy, completeness, and data integrity.
• Assist with employee communications related to benefits, policies, and HR programs.
• Track recurring deadlines and maintain organized HR documentation.
• Support special HR projects and additional administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, HR Administration, Benefits Administration, HR Operations, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and spending accounts.
• Experience utilizing HRIS platforms and benefits administration systems.
• Strong Excel and data management skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced HR environment.

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to expand their experience in benefits administration, HR operations, employee support, and compliance. The organization offers a collaborative team environment where you can make an immediate impact while developing valuable HR expertise.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance