Human Resources Associate

Enthuse-Marketing•Norwalk, CT

3d•$64,000 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Associate is part of the People & Culture team within Optura, a shared services function supporting Enthuse, Inspira, headquarters, and cross-functional teams. Reporting to the Senior HRBP & Benefits Manager, the associate handles HR procedures and administrative needs across the department and supports employees throughout the employment lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and termination. The role helps ensure a positive employee experience and compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. It suits someone interested in exploring different areas of Human Resources and who brings initiative, attention to detail, and a service-oriented approach. This is a hybrid position requiring attendance at the Norwalk, Connecticut office two days per week, with potential additional office days as business needs require. Occasional travel may also be required. The role supports HR systems and administration, employee lifecycle processes, benefits and payroll coordination, employee questions, compliance, and collaboration across the organization. It also uses AI tools to improve workflow efficiency and day-to-day productivity. The position offers an annual base compensation range of $64,000–$72,000 and is bonus-eligible. Incentive opportunities and benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with match, and PTO.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant HR experience in a lean corporate environment.
Working understanding of HR principles, practices, and procedures.
Basic knowledge of labor laws, policies, and procedures, and the ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
Ability to handle confidential data with professionalism, discretion, ethics, and integrity.
Ability to commute to the Norwalk, CT office twice per week, with potential additional days as needed for business necessity.
Occasional travel as required.
Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, deadline management, self-motivation, and ability to manage competing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree, preferably focused in Human Resources or a related field.
Experience with HRIS technology, ideally ADP Workforce Now.

Responsibilities

Assist with HR programs and procedures and provide administrative support across People & Culture systems and processes.
Enter, manage, and audit sensitive employee information; initiate HRIS changes for personnel events; and maintain data accuracy through audits and reports.
Assist the Talent Acquisition team with managing and maintaining third-party recruitment vendors and support recruitment efforts as needed.
Coordinate HR department meetings, events, and activities; maintain internal trackers; and provide backup to the HR team.
Support pre-boarding and onboarding, ensuring information is accurate and employment-law requirements are met.
Manage offboarding and ensure departing employees receive required employment-departure information.
Develop offer letters and acknowledgment forms for new hires, promotions, and transfers.
Assist with employment verification and eligibility documentation, including I-9 forms, in a timely manner.
Administer benefits data, including activations and terminations in third-party systems.
Coordinate with payroll regarding hires, departures, deduction changes, and other information needed for payroll accuracy.
Assist the Benefits Manager with audits, third-party systems, and enrollments.
Answer fundamental employee questions and handle confidential information professionally, discreetly, ethically, and with integrity.
Help ensure HR activities comply with legislative updates, applicable laws and regulations, and agency compliance guidelines and standards.
Use AI tools to improve workflow efficiency, conduct research, streamline administrative tasks, and support productivity.
Work effectively independently and as part of a team; take ownership of goals and manage competing priorities, deadlines, and time in a fast-paced environment.
Develop an understanding of the agency's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and related administrative practices.
Perform other related duties as assigned.