Human Resources Specialist

Location: Chicago, IL (100% Onsite)

Job Type: Contract | Through April 2027 (potential to extend)

Pay Rate: $38–$48/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

About the Opportunity

North Bridge Staffing Group is partnering with a leading global financial services firm to hire a HR Specialist for a contract opportunity in Chicago.

This individual will join a global People Data team supporting a large-scale initiative to inventory, organize, and document employee data across multiple HR technology platforms.

The ideal candidate brings a combination of HR systems knowledge, technical aptitude, data analysis, and strong documentation skills. This is a hands-on, project-based role suited for someone who enjoys investigating how systems connect, identifying inconsistencies, and translating complex information into clear, organized documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory and document employee data across multiple HR systems, including Workday, Greenhouse, Culture Amp, Gem, and other integrated platforms.
• Identify where employee data is stored, how it is defined, and how it is used across the organization.
• Investigate system integrations and understand how data flows between different HR platforms.
• Partner with global People Operations, HR technology, and technical stakeholders to gather information and document existing processes.
• Identify inconsistencies in data definitions, reporting, and system usage.
• Translate business requirements and stakeholder discussions into clear, structured documentation.
• Develop and maintain a centralized repository of data definitions, system relationships, and relevant business context.
• Prepare documentation and handover materials to support future data standardization initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of relevant experience in people data, HR technology, HRIS, data governance, business analysis, or a related field.
• Experience working with multiple HR systems and an understanding of how platforms integrate and exchange data.
• Familiarity with employee data across recruiting, compensation, performance management, or other HR functions.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and organize complex information.
• Experience gathering business requirements, documenting processes, or maintaining data inventories.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently on hands-on projects.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with SQL, Databricks, or data cataloging tools.
• Exposure to data mapping, system integrations, or data governance initiatives.
• Experience within financial services or another complex, global organization.

Additional Details

• Fully onsite in downtown Chicago, Monday through Friday.
• Contract expected to run through April 30, 2027.
• Opportunity to collaborate with global teams across the U.S., Europe, and Australia.
• Some scheduling flexibility may be needed to accommodate international meetings.