Human Resources Coordinator

Alston & Bird•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in delivering seamless employee experience. If you're passionate about people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy wearing multiple hats, we’d love to meet you. The HR Coordinator will support both HR Operations and Talent Acquisition functions, serving as a key resource for administrative execution, employee engagement, and process coordination. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing operational precision with candidate and employee interaction.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to craft clear, engaging content for a wide internal audience.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Creative mindset with a knack for problem solving.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
Comfort with fast-paced environments and shifting priorities.
Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
1 - 3 years of HR experience, ideally in a legal or professional services environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system (Workday), ensuring accuracy, compliance and confidentiality.
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, workspace setup, and IT coordination.
Responsible for the New Hire Orientation planning and execution for all Atlanta-based professional staff; requires in-office presence starting at 8:00 AM on select Mondays.
Process HR-related invoices and assist with audits and compliance documentation.
Coordinate internal HR communications and maintain department calendars, supplies, and shared resources.
Help facilitate internal communications and promote HR programs/events that enhance employee experience and engagement.
Design and review engaging internal communications, including event invitations, newsletters, and HR announcements.
Assist in planning and executing employee engagement initiatives, events and wellness programs.
Assist with full-cycle recruitment for professional staff roles.
Provides recruitment support, including resume screening, interview coordination, and booking rooms.
On occasion the HR Coordinator will assist with recruitment events and candidate engagement initiatives.
Provide administrative support to HR Operations team, assisting with special projects as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.