HR Project Coordinator

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

Nelson Mullins, an Am Law 60 firm, is seeking a strategic HR Project Coordinator to provide high‑level project coordination and operational support to the firm’s HR function and leadership team. This role partners closely with the Director of Human Resources and the Director of Administration & Operations to support firmwide HR initiatives, monitor progress on strategic projects, and deliver systems and administrative support within a fast‑paced legal environment.
In this role, you will coordinate and support cross-functional HR, administrative, and operational projects from planning through execution, maintaining timelines, deliverables, and dashboards while following up with stakeholders to ensure progress. You will assist with research, data analysis, and the preparation of presentations, reports, and leadership materials, while also developing and maintaining monthly and ad hoc reporting. The role includes supporting HR systems and platforms such as BigHand and Culture Amp, contributing to process improvement efforts through documentation and workflow optimization, and helping identify risks and mitigation strategies to keep projects on track
With over 1,000 attorneys and professionals, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world. As a Firm, Nelson Mullins has a strong foundation of community service and good citizenship. Our administrative professionals likewise promote these values, with opportunities to participate and play roles in various pro bono and community service initiatives. We collaborate with each other and with our clients, working side-by-side toward shared goals.

Requirements

• bachelor’s degree
• proven ability to support complex, cross‑functional projects in a fast‑paced professional services or legal environment
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• strong attention to detail
• ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• collaborative approach, professional demeanor, and comfort working closely with leadership and stakeholders across the firm are essential for success
• 6–8 years of related experience in HR, operations, or project administration and coordination
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn and support HR technology platforms
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Responsibilities

• coordinate and support cross-functional HR, administrative, and operational projects from planning through execution, maintaining timelines, deliverables, and dashboards while following up with stakeholders to ensure progress
• assist with research, data analysis, and the preparation of presentations, reports, and leadership materials
• developing and maintaining monthly and ad hoc reporting
• supporting HR systems and platforms such as BigHand and Culture Amp
• contributing to process improvement efforts through documentation and workflow optimization
• helping identify risks and mitigation strategies to keep projects on track

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level