HR Administrator Jobs in Andover, MA

A HR Administrator is a crucial figure in the human resources industry, responsible for undertaking a range of administrative duties that support the smooth running of a HR department. Their tasks typically include maintaining employee records, managing HR documents such as employment contracts and recruitment documents, processing payroll, and carrying out initial screening of job applicants. They may also be asked to assist with disciplinary procedures, employee training, and benefits administration. They are often the first point of contact for HR-related queries from employees and external partners.

Key skills for a HR Administrator include strong organizational abilities, excellent attention-to-detail, and good communication skills. Proficiency in various HR software (HRIS or HRMS) as well as MS Office is also desirable. In terms of qualifications, a degree in human resources or business administration is often required, and certification such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional) can further enhance job prospects. Prior to becoming a HR Administrator, a person may have roles as a HR Assistant, Office Administrator or Payroll Clerk.

1-15 of 35 Jobs

BOS Manager, HR Business Partner

  • Swissport International AG
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Ensure and audit compliance of state employment law, federal employment law and local regulations of assigned stations....

In Person

Senior Grant Administrator

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to...

Hybrid

Global HR Business Partner BioPharma R&D Clinical Operations

  • AstraZeneca
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Serve as a trusted advisor on complex employee relations matters, ensuring adherence to global employment laws and company policies across multiple geographies....

In Person

HRIS Administrator

  • Kennison & Associates
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Our client, a prestigious and highly respected law firm, is seeking an experienced HRIS Administrator to join its collaborative HR team in Boston. This is an exciting opportunity for a tech-savvy...

In Person

HR Business Partner Intern

  • L3Harris Technologies
  • Wilmington, MA (5 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (5 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Preferred Additional Skills: Some experience with Performance Management, Employee Relations, Staffing, Compensation, Diversity, and Organizational/Management Development Ability to link situations...

In Person Internship

Business Office/HR Administrator

  • Benchmark Senior Living
  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Joining the Benchmark Senior Living team means putting your passion to work. Our associates feel a sense of belonging with the care that they provide, empowered by the open and reliable team that...

In Person

Director, Strategic HR Business Partner (Remote)

  • Cengage Group
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago

We believe in the power and joy of learning At Cengage, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared...

Remote

Director of Affirmative Action Compliance & EEO Programs-MassDOT/MBTA (Administrator VI)

  • Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 days ago

laws....

In Person

Regional HR Business Partner, Americas

  • Progress
  • Burlington, MA (10 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (10 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 days ago

The RHRBP ensures alignment with company and business unit strategy, local employment law and global HR policies and practices....

Hybrid

Sr Director, HR Business Partner - VSD (

  • MKS Inc.
  • Andover, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Andover, MA
  • 12 days ago

relations....

In Person

HR Business Partner Healthcare, R&D

  • EMD Millipore
  • Billerica, MA (8 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (8 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 days ago

relations, and talent management. * Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment laws in the United States....

In Person

Regional HR Business Partner, Life Scien

  • EMD Millipore
  • Bedford, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 days ago

. * Minimum 5 years of experience in HR, with a focus on business partnering, employee relations, and talent management. * Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment laws in the United...

In Person

Director, HR Business Partner 1

  • L3Harris Technologies
  • Londonderry, NH (19 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Londonderry, NH (19 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 13 days ago

In-depth understanding of employment law and applicable state requirements....

In Person

HR Business Partner

  • Insurify
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 18 days ago

law and experience managing employee relations in complex or high-volume settings Experience supporting distributed teams, shift-based workforces, or global organizations Proven ability to build strong...

Hybrid

HR Business Partner

  • Amazon
  • Littleton, MA (17 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Littleton, MA (17 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Success requires leveraging data-driven insights and understanding the importance of HR metrics to drive business impact....

In Person

Demographic Data for Andover, MA

Moving to Andover, MA? Find some basic demographic data about Andover, MA below.


Local
National
35,621
1,033
Medium

HR Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHR curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...
AI-Driven Strategic HR Operations Compliance
Explore how HR teams can move from administrative tasks to strategic influence.This four-week course examines how AI is reshaping recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, and engagement. Youll...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for HR Administrator Jobs in Andover, MA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

HR Administrators in Andover, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.0%
Master's Degree
29.9%
Associate's Degree
7.5%
High School or GED
5.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Administrators in Andover, MA
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



HR Administrator Related Career Advice Articles

Cartoon showing boss firing large group of people on a whim
Confronting Common HR Misconceptions

HR professionals may make easy targets, but in reality they're just like the rest of us: overworked, undercompensated, and doing the best they can with the resources at their disposal.

Read article »
Bird's eye view of an HR organization sitting at a conference table
A Guide to Professional HR Organizations

A key component of securing human resources jobs – jobs in any industry, for that matter – is networking. Individuals looking to begin or advance their human resources careers should strongly consider joining an organization just for HR professionals. By being active in an industry-specific association, you will make invaluable connections, have the opportunity to grow professionally through training and certification programs, and increase your credibility as an HR expert.

Read article »
Woman in meeting with coworkers
8 Major Challenges & Critical Opportunities for HR Leaders

As the largest HR organization, SHRM is uniquely situated to provide insight into the opportunities and challenges HR executives are discussing most, and their Survey Research Center regularly conducts original research on workplace trends.

Read article »