Human Resources Assistant

Role overview

This remote position is focused on keeping core HR administration running smoothly while supporting a positive employee experience. The role involves working with employee records, helping coordinate recruitment and onboarding activities, and providing day-to-day administrative support to the people team. Accuracy, discretion, and a professional approach are essential.

Key responsibilities

• Keep employee information current and accurate in HR systems.
• Assist with joining and exit processes, including paperwork and scheduling.
• Draft routine HR paperwork such as employment letters, contracts, and internal notices.
• Handle simple HR-related questions and direct more complex matters to the right teammate.
• Follow HR policies, recordkeeping standards, and data privacy requirements.
• Manage digital HR documents with clear naming and filing structures.
• Track HR tasks, spot delays or missing items, and escalate issues when necessary.
• Update HR trackers and share status information on open tasks.
• Support audit preparation by making sure records are complete and easy to retrieve.

Performance expectations

• Work with a high level of accuracy when processing employee data and documents.
• Protect sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Complete assigned work on time and stay consistently productive.
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and promptly.
• Keep files, trackers, and documentation well organized.

Requirements

• Comfort using Google Sheets and/or Microsoft Excel for data entry and formatting tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow structured HR processes.
• Good written communication skills with a professional tone.
• Ability to manage confidential information responsibly.
• Reliable internet access and the discipline to work independently from a remote setup.
• Entry-level applicants are welcome; training and support will be provided.

Benefits

• Pay that is competitive and aligned with experience and performance.
• A flexible schedule in a fully remote working environment.
• Structured onboarding, training, and continued development support.
• Room to grow into broader HR and people operations roles.
• A collaborative remote team culture with regular feedback and support.

Career progression

This position offers practical exposure to employee records management, onboarding coordination, compliance-related processes, and HR administration. Strong performers may advance into positions such as HR Coordinator, Talent Acquisition Assistant, HR Generalist, or People Operations Specialist, depending on business requirements and individual performance.