Human Resources Coordinator (A1458368CHI-PERM) Chicago, Illinois

Salary: USD65000 - USD70000 per year

A growing, people‑first organization with a national footprint is seeking an HR Coordinator to join its Human Resources team in Chicago. This role supports employees and managers across multiple locations and is a great opportunity for someone early in their HR career who enjoys operational work, compliance, and creating a positive employee experience.

What You’ll Do

  • Serve as a day‑to‑day HR point of contact for employees and managers, escalating complex matters as needed
  • Maintain accurate employee records and administer HRIS data with a high level of confidentiality
  • Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a smooth employee experience
  • Support benefits administration and partner with vendors to resolve employee inquiries
  • Maintain HR documentation and assist with compliance reporting (e.g., EEO‑1, OSHA)
  • Help develop HR resources and support training, engagement, and HR projects
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes and internal tools

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of HR experience
  • Experience using an HRIS and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
  • Strong attention to detail and comfort handling confidential information
  • Professional, approachable communication style and a collaborative mindset

Why This Role

  • Hybrid schedule with Fridays remote
  • Supportive, team‑oriented HR environment
  • Competitive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, parental leave)
  • Visibility across the organization with opportunity to grow in HR operations