Senior Employee Relations Specialist - Senior HR Coordinator

Job Title:
Senior Employee Relations Specialist / Senior HR Coordinator (Contract)

Location: Boca Raton, FL (Hybrid Minimum 3 Days Onsite per Week)

Duration: 9 Months

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week | Standard Business Hours

We are seeking a Senior Employee Relations Specialist / Senior HR Coordinator to support both the administrative and consultative functions of Human Resources. This role combines hands-on HR operations with employee relations advisory support, ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and effective workforce management in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate brings strong HR operations experience, working knowledge of employment law, and the ability to exercise sound judgment while managing competing priorities.

• HR Operations & Administration
  • Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation, orientation, and system access
  • Maintain accurate HRIS records, personnel files, and compliance documentation
  • Retrieve and provide employment records in accordance with policy
  • Track mandatory training, certifications, and compliance requirements
  • Prepare employment verifications, HR correspondence, and reporting
  • Support performance review cycles and employee engagement initiatives
  • Manage multiple HR processes simultaneously with high accuracy and timeliness
• Employee Relations & Advisory Support
  • Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
  • Support employee relations matters including documentation, fact gathering, investigation participation, and summary preparation
  • Assist managers with performance management, corrective actions, and development planning
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Analyze HR data and provide insights to support informed business decisions
  • Contribute to policy updates and continuous process improvement initiatives
  • Exercise independent judgment to assess risk and recommend compliant solutions
  • Respond promptly to time-sensitive workplace matters with practical, solution-oriented approaches

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 2-5 years of progressive HR experience combining HR administration and employee relations
• Working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance best practices
• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume environments
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Proven ability to think critically and make sound decisions under pressure
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite

• HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent)
• Experience supporting workforce initiatives and compliance-driven HR environments

This contract opportunity is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a dynamic setting, balances operational excellence with employee relations expertise, and delivers compliant, business-focused HR support.