Human Resources Assistant

Our client, a top nationally renowned plaintiff's class action, personal injury, mass tort, civil rights and sex abuse litigation law firm seeks a Human Resources Assistant Director with law firm (preferably plaintiff's) experience. Position Overview The HR Assistant Director will be responsible for managing the full-cycle recruiting and onboarding process while supporting core HR functions including payroll, employee relations, benefits administration, HR systems, and process improvements. This is a hands-on role suited for someone who thrives in a dynamic, high-growth environment and is comfortable balancing strategic thinking with execution. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the full-cycle recruiting process for attorneys and staff, including job postings, screening, interview coordination, and offers Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and hiring priorities Oversee new hire onboarding, orientation, and onboarding documentation to ensure a smooth employee experience HR Operations & Administration Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel files and HR records Manage HR systems, databases, and reporting to ensure data integrity Support benefits administration, insurance enrollment, and attendance tracking Prepare HR reports, spreadsheets, and documentation as needed Time and Attendance entry Payroll Register Audit and Review Understands Federal and State laws and regulations governing Payroll Healthcare Experience Required Must have Strong knowledge of Federal and NY employment laws and regulations Employee Relations & Compliance Serve as a point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and basic HR guidance Assist with addressing employee relations issues, escalations, and policy interpretation Support HR initiatives and ensure compliance with employment laws and firm policies General HR Support Assist with HR communications, announcements, and policy updates Serve as backup support for payroll and other HR functions as needed Additional duties as required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 2-5 years of HR experience; law firm or professional services experience preferred Experience managing recruiting and onboarding processes Experience running payroll via Paychex or similar platform Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; experience with HRIS/ATS systems a plus Strong written and verbal communication skills Firm is located on Long Island (Suffolk County) #J-18808-Ljbffr