Onboarding Specialist

Description We are looking for a dedicated Onboarding Specialist to join our Human Resources team on a contract basis in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring new employees have a seamless and positive onboarding experience. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for creating processes that support HR compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

- Coordinate and oversee the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring all required documentation is completed accurately and promptly.

- Facilitate background checks and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

- Collaborate with hiring managers and team leads to streamline onboarding activities and address any concerns.

- Manage HRIS systems to maintain accurate employee records and track onboarding progress.

- Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures throughout the onboarding process.

- Serve as a point of contact for new employees, answering questions and providing guidance during their transition.

- Develop and improve onboarding materials to enhance the overall experience for new hires.

- Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure onboarding aligns with organizational goals.

- Monitor and report on onboarding metrics to identify areas for improvement.

- Support other HR administrative tasks as needed. Requirements - Proven experience in Human Resources, specifically in onboarding and HR administration.

- Familiarity with conducting background checks and ensuring compliance with employment regulations.

- Proficiency in using HRIS systems and maintaining accurate employee records.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse teams.

- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on maintaining compliance and accuracy.

- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

- Prior experience in a contract HR role is a plus. Talent Match®

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.

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