HR Assistant Jobs in Newton, MA

A HR Assistant, or Human Resources Assistant, plays a crucial role in the human resources industry by providing support to HR professionals in completing administrative tasks related to the hiring, onboarding, benefit administration and employee records maintenance processes. They often act as the liaison between HR management and employees, providing information and help with HR-related issues. HR Assistants also handle tasks such as scheduling meetings, maintaining HR databases, and assisting with recruitment and staffing logistics. They may also assist in payroll preparation and manage employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Essential skills for a HR Assistant include excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. They should be detail-oriented, have good time-management skills, and be proficient with MS Office Suite and HR software, like HRIS or HRMS. Although not always required, a HR Certification, such as aPHR (Associate Professional in Human Resources), can be beneficial for career advancement. Before becoming a HR Assistant, a person may hold roles such as Administrative Assistant, Office Coordinator, or Recruitment Coordinator.

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HR Admin Assistant

  • Randstad
  • Northborough, MA (23 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Northborough, MA (23 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Are you a detail-oriented HR professional looking for a consistent part-time schedule? We are seeking a reliable HR & Payroll Administrator to join our team in Northborough, MA. This is a 6-month...

In Person Part Time

Part-Time HR Administrative Assistant

  • Beacon Hill Solutions Group, LLC
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Our client, a nonprofit organization located in Boston, is seeking a Part-Time HR Administrative...

In Person Part Time

Human Resources Assistant - YMCA of the

  • YMCA of the North Shore
  • Beverly, MA (22 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Beverly, MA (22 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

The HR Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team, with a strong focus on recruitment coordination and talent development initiatives....

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Human Resources Assistant / Scheduler

  • The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Description Summary:The HR Assistant/Scheduler coordinates the scheduling of interviews as part of the hiring process by managing calendars, scheduling in-person and/or virtual interviews between...

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HR Assistant $30 per hour

  • Kelly Services
  • Newton, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 24 days ago

HR Assistant $30 per hour Apply Now Applied To save a job sign in or get started Job ID: 10216550 Posted today Back newton, MA, US Office High School or equivalent Full Time, Temporary $30 Experienced...

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Human Resources Assistant

  • Randstad
  • Foxboro, MA (20 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Foxboro, MA (20 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 26 days ago

Relations Training Orientation Qualifications Years of experience: 3 years Experience level: Experienced Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies....

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Human Resource Assistant

  • Berkshire Healthcare
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 27 days ago

Come join a collaborative energetic team at Pilgrim Skilled Nursing and Rehab. At Pilgrim, you will enjoy generous time off, excellent health insurance and weekly pay. We pride ourselves in our...

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Human Resources Admin Assistant - Hybrid

  • Arbella
  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Organize exit interviews to include the exit survey and exit package....

Hybrid

Human Resources Assistant (B Shift)

  • TJX
  • Woburn, MA (9 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woburn, MA (9 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Support Retention/Engagement efforts o Reaching out to terminated GWAs for exit interviews o Schedule home office hourly exit interviews o Conduct New Hire Engagement Meetings across shifts and maintain...

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Employer Engagement and Recruiting Staff Assistant (Temporary) Onsite

  • TalentBurst
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Title: Engagement and Recruiting Staff Assistant | Onsite Location: Cambridge, MA 02138 Duration: 3 Months contract with possible extension Pay: $32.00/Hour on W2 Hours: 09:00 - 05:00 OR 10:00 -...

In Person Temporary

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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs in Newton, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

HR Assistants in Newton, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.6%
Master's Degree
21.4%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
High School or GED
9.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Assistants in Newton, MA
1-2 years
34.0%
Less than 1 year
30.9%
2-4 years
25.6%
4-6 years
5.5%
6-8 years
2.7%
10+ years
1.4%



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