Human Resources Coordinator - Private Equity

HR Coordinator

Leading Global Private Equity Firm

Location: New York, NY | 4 days in office

About the Role

Our client, a leading global private equity firm, is looking for an organized, execution-focused HR Coordinator to join its Human Capital team. Most of this role is spent supporting the firm's Associate Program. The rest covers core HR operations and firm event planning.

This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to own and improve processes, think ahead, and get things done. As the role grows, there is a chance to take on a bigger leadership role within the Associate Program.

Key Responsibilities

Associate Program

Support the Associate lifecycle, from recruiting and onboarding through the program and transitions out

Help coordinate annual Associate recruiting, including sourcing, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and logistics

Serve as a trusted point of contact for Associates and hiring teams

Find ways to improve program processes and the candidate and Associate experience

HR Operations & Coordination

Manage onboarding and offboarding for new hires and departing employees

Handle I-9 verification and coordinate visa and immigration processes

Help with benefits administration and employee questions

Keep employee records and HR documentation accurate

Events

Plan and run firm events, including recruiting events and Associate programming, to the standard expected at a top-tier private equity firm

Manage vendors, budgets, and logistics from start to finish, with a focus on anticipating details and needs

Qualifications

Our client is open to two profiles:

HR Coordinator: 2–5 years of HR coordination experience, ideally in financial services or professional services, who is excited to support and grow with an Associate/analyst program

Senior Administrative Professional: An experienced executive or administrative assistant in financial services who wants to move into HR and has strong event planning and coordination skills

Across both profiles, the firm is looking for:

A strong track record of execution; you drive things forward and follow through

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

An understanding of the level of polish and service that senior private equity professionals expect

Sound judgment and discretion with confidential information

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Genuine interest in recruiting, talent programs, and HR operations

Bachelor's degree preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $100,000–$125,000, plus bonus (total cash compensation around $150,000)

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision, with no in-network copays

401(k) match starting on day one, plus an enhanced employer retirement contribution after two years of service

Free daily breakfast and catered lunches

On-site gym and a fully paid wellness membership

Summer work-from-home period and a firm-wide winter holiday closure