Human Resource Associate

Key Responsibilities

Employee Lifecycle Management : Led end-to-end onboarding and offboarding processes for W2 employees, C2C contractors, and 1099 consultants, including offer letters, background checks, I-9 verification, reference checks, fingerprinting, and drug testing.

Onboarding & Culture Integration : Designed and implemented structured onboarding programs to integrate new hires into company culture; conducted orientation sessions covering HR policies, compliance protocols, and internal processes.

HRIS & Records Administration : Ensured data accuracy within HRIS platforms; maintained comprehensive employee records encompassing hires, terminations, compensation updates, leave tracking (vacation, sick, personal), COBRA, FMLA, and retirement plans.

Payroll & Benefits Administration : Prepared and validated payroll inputs and deductions for ADP processing; supported benefits enrollment, documentation, and compliance reporting.

HR Generalist Support : Supported global mobility initiatives, safety programs, annual performance evaluations, employer branding efforts, and HR policy updates, including Employee Handbook revisions.

Employee Engagement : Designed and executed comprehensive employee engagement strategies to foster motivation, collaboration, and retention across the organization.

Immigration Compliance : Managed full-cycle immigration processes, including H-1B (cap, cap-exempt, transfers, extensions), PERM labor certification, and petition withdrawals, ensuring adherence to all federal guidelines.

Employee Relations : Served as a trusted point of contact for employee concerns related to payroll, timesheets, documentation, and general grievances; ensured resolution in a timely and professional manner.