Human Resources (HR) Assistant

Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Bilingual Spanish Human Resources (HR) Assistant in the bustling city of Los Angeles, California. The HR Assistant will be a crucial part of our team, providing essential support to our human resources department's daily activities. This role is heavily involved in both English and Spanish interactions, making it an ideal position for a bilingual detail oriented looking to utilize their language skills in a dynamic workplace. Responsibilities: Provide administrative support to the Human Resources team, ensuring smooth departmental operations. Ensure proper organization and management of personnel records, with emphasis on accurate translation of all employee-related paperwork. Schedule and participate in job interviews, particularly when bilingual understanding is needed. Serve as a communication bridge for Spanish-speaking employees or applicants, facilitating clear and accurate information exchange. Assist in payroll preparation by providing precise translations of related data. Coordinate various HR projects such as meetings, training sessions, and surveys. Answer employees' inquiries regarding HR related issues in both English and Spanish, ensuring all information given is accurate and helpful. Generate, translate, and present HR-related reports as required. Develop a deep understanding of HR policies and regulations to accurately address bilingual employee's inquiries. Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding tasks, ensuring all communication is tailored to the employee’s language preference. Utilize HRMS and other HR-related software to manage and update employee records. Perform background checks and auditing tasks as part of the recruitment process. Oversee benefit functions, providing necessary information and assistance to employees. Provide excellent customer service, addressing and resolving employee inquiries in a timely and respectful manner. Requirements Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role or in the field of Human Resources. Experience in conducting background checks. Understanding of benefit functions within a HR context. Outstanding customer service skills. Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of employment laws and regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .