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12 results for Human Resource Assistant in Cambridge, MA

Human Resources (HR) Assistant
  • Brockton, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a personable and detail-oriented Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support recruitment and onboarding activities for a healthcare organization in Brockton, Massachusetts. This fully onsite opportunity is a Contract to Permanent position and offers the chance to contribute to a fast-paced HR team that values accuracy, responsiveness, and a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling administrative tasks, communicating with new employees, and managing multiple priorities throughout the onboarding process.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide newly onboarded employees through each stage of the onboarding process to ensure a smooth and timely start.<br>• Prepare and organize onboarding and orientation materials, making sure all documents are complete and ready for distribution.<br>• Complete I-9 verification activities in accordance with company procedures and compliance standards.<br>• Assist with prior authorization-related administrative support as needed within the HR function.<br>• Respond to employee and candidate questions with professionalism and a strong customer service approach.<br>• Maintain accurate personnel records and update onboarding documentation using Microsoft Office applications.<br>• Coordinate with internal departments to confirm pre-employment steps are completed before start dates.<br>• Support day-to-day HR administrative operations while managing multiple onboarding tasks at once.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Charlton, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead a broad range of people operations in the CHARLTON , Massachusetts area. This role serves as a trusted partner to leadership and employees, guiding talent strategy, compensation, compliance, employee relations, and development initiatives that support a strong workplace culture. The ideal candidate brings hands-on HR leadership experience, sound judgment, and the ability to build scalable programs that support continued organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the day-to-day human resources function, ensuring employees and managers receive strong support across the full employment lifecycle.</p><p>• Direct recruiting efforts by anticipating staffing needs, managing candidate selection, and coordinating hiring activities for positions at multiple levels within the organization.</p><p>• Oversee employee benefit programs, including vendor coordination, plan administration, enrollment support, and ongoing evaluation of program effectiveness.</p><p>• Manage biweekly payroll administration for the assigned employee population while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance.</p><p>• Develop and strengthen performance management practices by coaching leaders on reviews, feedback, corrective action, and employee communication.</p><p>• Handle employee relations matters, including workplace investigations, policy concerns, disciplinary issues, and recommendations for legally compliant resolution.</p><p>• Create, update, and communicate HR policies and procedures to align with federal and state employment requirements and organizational standards.</p><p>• Guide compensation programs by reviewing wage competitiveness, incentive opportunities, and salary administration practices that support retention and growth.</p><p>• Identify training and development priorities, coordinate learning opportunities, and support succession planning and broader organizational development efforts.</p><p>• Monitor workers’ compensation activity, contribute to HR budget planning, report on departmental progress to leadership, and promote engagement with the company’s quality management standards.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>**For immediate consideration please call me directly 508-205-2127 **</u></em></strong></p>
  • 2026-05-20T00:00:00Z
HR / Office Admin
  • Exeter, NH
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented HR / Office Admin to help create a welcoming, well-run workplace in Exeter, New Hampshire. This position combines human resources coordination with day-to-day office administration, ensuring employees, visitors, and vendors have the support they need. The role plays an important part in maintaining organized operations, supporting employee programs, and keeping workplace services and communications running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily front-office activities, including receiving mail, coordinating shipments, greeting visitors, and helping manage building access.<br>• Track inventory levels for office, kitchen, and facility materials, place orders as needed, and maintain accurate purchasing and vendor records.<br>• Arrange workplace services such as maintenance, vending, water delivery, and other site support to keep the office fully operational.<br>• Assist human resources with interview scheduling, onboarding preparation, employee surveys, and upkeep of personnel information in HR systems.<br>• Support hiring activities by coordinating job advertisements, organizing candidate interviews, and maintaining recruitment-related documentation.<br>• Help administer employee time-off and labor record updates while handling sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality.<br>• Contribute to employee engagement efforts by assisting with recognition programs, meetings, events, travel arrangements, and shipments for remote staff.<br>• Maintain internal communication channels by updating intranet content, preparing announcements, and sharing relevant employee feedback with HR.<br>• Coordinate workplace safety activities, including scheduling quarterly safety meetings, tracking participation, and maintaining emergency readiness materials and training records.
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Salem, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily office and accounting operations for a construction contractor. This Long-term Contract position combines financial coordination with front-office and administrative support, making it ideal for someone who is organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable handling multiple priorities. The role will help keep accounts payable and receivable activities on track while ensuring the office runs smoothly from day to day.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process incoming invoices, prepare payment documentation, and help maintain accurate accounts payable records.<br>• Track customer payments, update receivable information, and assist with follow-up on outstanding balances.<br>• Enter financial and administrative data into internal records with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Greet visitors, answer incoming calls, and provide attentive front-desk support for the office.<br>• Manage office supply inventory, place replenishment orders, and coordinate with vendors as needed.<br>• Support general administrative operations by organizing files, maintaining records, and assisting with routine office tasks.<br>• Work closely with internal staff to keep accounting documentation current and ensure timely processing of daily transactions.
  • 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Boston, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 72000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client a successful law firm, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to work in their Family Law department. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, dependable, and comfortable managing priorities in a collaborative legal environment. You will work closely with attorneys and colleagues across offices, helping maintain smooth daily operations through strong communication, scheduling, and document coordination.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Locations:</strong> Boston office OR Worcester office</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> $72,000 - $100,000 (depending on experience)</p><p><strong>Schedule: </strong>Hybrid (4 days in, 1 day remote)</p><p><strong>Hours: </strong>8:30am - 5:00pm</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, meetings, court appearances, and travel arrangements</li><li>Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Support attorneys with case management by organizing, updating, and maintaining case files and related documentation</li><li>Prepare and process legal documents, including pleadings, motions, e-filings, and correspondence, while ensuring compliance with legal procedures and deadlines</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical filing systems to ensure records are accurate, organized, and easily accessible</li><li>Assist with billing and invoicing functions, including time entry, expense tracking, and responding to client billing inquiries</li><li>Provide administrative support by managing phone communications, greeting clients, and coordinating incoming and outgoing mail</li><li>Collaborate with and provide backup support to other legal administrative assistants as needed</li><li>Perform additional administrative and operational duties as assigned to support the legal team and office operations</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Quincy, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 55000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in Danvers, Massachusetts. In this role, you will provide comprehensive support to attorneys, ensuring smooth case management and efficient litigation processes. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational skills, a thorough understanding of court procedures, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal assistance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate attorneys’ schedules, including depositions, hearings, meetings, and travel arrangements.<br>• Prepare and electronically file legal documents in both state and federal courts.<br>• Draft and organize pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and exhibits.<br>• Conduct legal research and maintain both electronic and physical case files.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff to facilitate case progress.<br>• Assist in trial preparation by gathering documentation, organizing evidence, and preparing witnesses.<br>• Manage new case openings, track attorney time entries, and compile expense reports.
  • 2026-05-13T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Boston, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a Legal Assistant to support a busy law firm in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is ideal for someone who can blend strong administrative capabilities with hands-on legal support in a fast-paced Family Law practice. The firm values sound judgment, attention to detail, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach. This position is fully onsite.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, organize, and maintain case files, pleadings, and supporting documentation with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Draft correspondence, client communications, and routine legal documents for attorney review.</p><p>• Manage court filings and related submissions, including electronic filing, while tracking deadlines and ensuring timely follow-up.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day support on Family Law matters, including divorce, custody, and support cases, assisting with document preparation and case coordination.</p><p>• Communicate with clients in a professional and empathetic manner, gathering information and responding to routine inquiries.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, discovery materials, and other case-related documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate attorney calendars, court dates, client meetings, and general administrative functions in a fully in-office environment.</p>
  • 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant
  • Manchester, NH
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a law firm in the greater Manchester, NH area in their search for a Litigation Legal Assistant. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support litigation processes and ensure the smooth operation of legal procedures. The ideal candidate will bring professionalism, organization, and a strong understanding of legal practices to the team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file legal documents electronically, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court standards.</p><p>• Manage calendars and schedules for attorneys, including appointments, deadlines, and court dates.</p><p>• Coordinate and oversee the filing of civil litigation documents, maintaining thorough records.</p><p>• Communicate with clients, legal professionals, and court officials to facilitate case progress.</p><p>• Conduct research and compile information to support legal cases.</p><p>• Maintain organized files and documentation for ongoing litigation matters.</p><p>• Assist in drafting correspondence, motions, and other legal documents.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to legal protocols and procedures in all administrative tasks.</p><p>• Provide administrative support to attorneys during court proceedings and meetings.</p><p>• Monitor and track case deadlines to ensure timely submissions.</p>
  • 2026-05-13T00:00:00Z
Executive Assistant
  • Boston, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24.6 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • <ul><li><strong>Role:</strong> Administrative Staff – Executive (Contract to Hire)</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Boston, MA</li><li><strong>Schedule:</strong> Onsite 4 days per week</li><li><strong>Tentative Pay Range: $25 per hour</strong></li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>In this role, you’ll partner closely with senior leaders to keep priorities moving, communications clear, and logistics running smoothly. You’ll act as a trusted administrative partner, coordinating calendars, meetings, travel, and cross‑team communication in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>- Serve as the primary administrative partner to executive leadership providing proactive high-touch support.</p><p>- Manage complex calendars and meeting logistics coordinate conference rooms and prepare agendas materials and presentations to support effective decision-making.</p><p>- Coordinate domestic and international travel expenses and invoice processing track follow-ups to ensure requests are completed accurately and on time.</p><p>- Collaborate regularly with partners across global locations maintaining professionalism discretion and a customer-service mindset.</p>
  • 2026-05-28T00:00:00Z
Office Assistant
  • Boston, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dependable Office Coordinator to support daily administrative and front-desk operations in Boston, Massachusetts. This Contract to permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping an office organized, providing a welcoming first point of contact, and handling a range of clerical tasks with accuracy. The role combines reception support, document management, and general administrative coordination to help ensure smooth day-to-day business operations. <br> Responsibilities: • Welcome visitors and serve as the first point of contact for incoming calls, directing inquiries to the appropriate team members with careful attention to detail. • Manage front-desk activities by answering phones, taking messages, and providing courteous assistance to internal staff and external contacts. • Scan, organize, and maintain physical and electronic documents to support accurate recordkeeping and easy file retrieval. • Perform a variety of administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, copying, and preparing routine office materials. • Support general office operations by keeping shared areas organized and helping maintain an efficient workflow throughout the day. • Assist with clerical coordination for correspondence, forms, and other business documents as needed. • Monitor incoming paperwork and ensure documents are processed, filed, or distributed promptly and accurately.
  • 2026-05-28T00:00:00Z
HR Director
  • Manchester, NH
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Position Overview</p><p>The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all human resources functions within a complex organization. This role is responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating HR programs, policies, and initiatives to support organizational objectives, workforce effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>Operating with a high level of autonomy, the Director partners closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders to ensure human capital strategies align with organizational priorities. The position manages a team of HR professionals and serves as a primary advisor on employee relations, labor issues, workforce planning, and organizational development.</p><p>The work is primarily office-based and requires strong relationship‑building skills across internal departments and external partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide overall leadership, direction, and management of the Human Resources function</li><li>Develop, implement, and evaluate HR policies, procedures, and programs to promote efficient operations and equitable employment practices</li><li>Oversee all core HR functions including compensation, benefits, employee relations, investigations, leave administration, training, and talent acquisition</li><li>Prepare and manage the HR operating budget and monitor expenditures</li><li>Partner with department leaders to assess organizational needs and recommend workforce or structural improvements</li><li>Lead labor relations activities, including interpretation of collective bargaining agreements, grievance processes, and participation in negotiations as applicable</li><li>Oversee benefits administration, including coordination with external vendors and evaluation of cost‑containment strategies</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including ADA, EEO, and related requirements</li><li>Provide guidance on classification, compensation, and organizational design initiatives</li><li>Serve as a key spokesperson and advisor on human resources matters</li><li>Lead or support large‑scale HR projects, such as system implementations or organizational studies</li><li>Prepare reports and recommendations for senior leadership on HR operations and strategic initiatives</li><li>Represent the organization with external partners, regulatory entities, and professional associations as needed</li><li>Perform other related duties in support of organizational objectives</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Bilingual Spanish HR Coordinator
  • Everett, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Bilingual Spanish HR Coordinator to support essential people operations for a Contract position based in Everett, Massachusetts. This role focuses on delivering a smooth onboarding experience, maintaining accurate employee records, and helping ensure HR processes meet compliance standards. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple administrative priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate new employee onboarding activities, including scheduling, document collection, and orientation support to create an efficient start-to-employment process.</p><p>• Administer background screening steps and track completion to help ensure staffing requirements are met on time.</p><p>• Maintain and update employee information within the HRIS, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and handled confidentially.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day HR administrative support by preparing paperwork, responding to routine inquiries, and assisting with employee documentation.</p><p>• Monitor compliance-related tasks such as employment forms, policy acknowledgments, and record retention requirements.</p><p>• Partner with managers and internal teams to keep onboarding timelines on schedule and resolve process-related issues promptly.</p>
  • 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z