Human Resources Assistant

Job Title: Human Resources Assistant

Industry: Consulting | Professional Services

Location: Washington, DC (Fully Onsite)

Assignment Type: Contract | 3–5 Months

Pay: $21 – $24/hour (commensurate with experience)

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company:

A well-respected consulting firm in Washington, DC is looking to add a detail-oriented and professional HR Assistant to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a team-driven environment and is looking to build or expand their HR experience.

Job Description:

We are looking for an organized and dependable HR Assistant to join a busy HR department on a contract basis. In this role, you will assist with day-to-day HR operations, including administrative support and coordinating key employee lifecycle processes. A strong sense of professionalism and discretion is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide general administrative support to the HR department to help maintain smooth daily operations
• Coordinate meeting scheduling, gather necessary documentation, assist with promotion workflows, and distribute related communications
• Assist in facilitating onboarding and offboarding activities to support smooth employee transitions
• Prepare meeting agendas and capture accurate meeting minutes for HR team discussions

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience supporting an HR team in an administrative capacity
• Background in a consulting or professional services environment is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with HRIS platforms such as Workday and ADP is preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle sensitive information with care and discretion
• Bachelor's degree highly preferred; relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

Perks:

• Hands-on experience within a fast-paced, professional HR environment
• Collaborative team culture within an established professional services firm

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.