We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to support a broad range of people operations in Montgomery, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position will oversee employee relations, HR administration, benefits coordination, and onboarding while helping maintain efficient and compliant HR processes. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in supporting employees and managers, improving HR workflows, and using HRIS tools to keep records accurate and up to date.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide employees and supervisors on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and issue resolution to promote a positive and compliant work environment.<br>• Manage day-to-day HR operations, including employee documentation, record maintenance, and administrative support across the employee lifecycle.<br>• Coordinate benefit-related activities such as enrollments, updates, and employee communication to ensure accurate and timely support.<br>• Lead onboarding activities for new hires, including orientation preparation, paperwork completion, and system setup coordination.<br>• Maintain and update information in HRIS platforms to support reporting accuracy, data integrity, and efficient personnel administration.<br>• Partner with leadership to address employee relations matters, document outcomes, and recommend practical solutions aligned with company policy.<br>• Support process improvements within HR operations and assist with changes to systems or procedures when needed.<br>• Prepare HR-related reports, track key personnel information, and help ensure adherence to internal standards and employment requirements.
We are looking for an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney to support a non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This is a Long-term Contract position focused on advising leadership and Human Resources on labor relations, employment matters, and legal issues affecting both union and non-union work environments. The attorney will serve as a trusted legal partner across employee relations, workplace compliance, investigations, and contract review while helping the organization manage risk and respond effectively to complex personnel matters.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with Human Resources and academic leadership to provide day-to-day legal guidance on workforce issues involving represented and non-represented employees, including part-time faculty union matters.<br>• Counsel internal stakeholders on grievances, bargaining-related questions, information requests, and other labor relations issues arising under collective bargaining obligations.<br>• Advise on employee classification, compensation, workplace policies, discipline, terminations, leave administration, and accommodation matters to support compliant employment practices.<br>• Lead or support internal investigations and administrative proceedings, including preparation for hearings and response strategies for employment-related claims.<br>• Oversee employment disputes managed by external counsel, offering strategic direction on litigation, discovery, motion practice, and case resolution.<br>• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of legal documents, including employment-related agreements, business contracts, and procurement-related letters of agreement.<br>• Provide legal analysis on regulatory and operational matters affecting the organization, including facilities issues, privacy considerations, student-facing concerns, and intellectual property questions where needed.<br>• Conduct legal research and translate statutes, regulations, and case law into practical recommendations that align with federal, state, and local labor and employment requirements.
<p>We are looking for a Contract HR Generalist to support a growing financial services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role combines day-to-day human resources operations with strategic partnership across employee relations, benefits, talent processes, and people programs for an employee population of approximately 300. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to work effectively in a fully on-site environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide broad human resources support across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, policy guidance, and day-to-day HR administration.</p><p>• Serve as a key point of contact for employee relations matters, offering sound guidance, documentation, and follow-through on workplace concerns.</p><p>• Administer employee benefits programs and help employees understand available offerings, enrollment processes, and related questions.</p><p>• Partner with leaders to support people strategies that align workforce needs with business objectives.</p><p>• Maintain accurate employee records and oversee HR data entry, reporting, and process integrity within HRIS platforms, including Workday.</p><p>• Coordinate and improve onboarding activities to create a smooth and thorough experience for new hires.</p><p>• Support talent-related initiatives by collaborating on workforce planning, employee engagement, and retention efforts.</p><p>• Ensure HR practices remain compliant with company policies and applicable employment requirements while promoting consistency across the organization.</p>
We are looking for an HR Generalist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois on a Contract basis. This position supports a broad range of people operations activities, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits coordination, leave administration, and HR compliance. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across core HR functions and can provide organized, responsive support in a fast-paced environment while helping maintain accurate records and regulatory alignment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support day-to-day human resources operations by handling employee inquiries, maintaining documentation, and assisting with general HR administration.<br>• Guide new hires through the onboarding process, ensuring timely completion of required paperwork, system access, and policy acknowledgments.<br>• Coordinate benefits-related activities, including enrollments, updates, and employee support for available programs.<br>• Administer leave processes such as medical and other absences, tracking cases carefully and helping ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to address employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion, and consistency.<br>• Maintain and update HRIS records to support data accuracy, reporting needs, and smooth personnel administration.<br>• Assist with payroll and pension coordination by preparing information, validating details, and following established timelines.<br>• Support mobility-related and global HR activities, including required documentation and administrative follow-through.<br>• Contribute to compliance efforts by preparing records, supporting regulatory filings, and helping keep HR processes aligned with legal requirements.