HR Coordinator

Role overview

This temporary contract opportunity is for an HR Coordinator supporting people operations for a real estate and property organization in New York, NY. The role is centered on creating a smooth new-hire experience, keeping HR records accurate, and helping the team stay aligned with employment policies and compliance requirements in a busy environment.

Key responsibilities

• Handle onboarding tasks for new hires, including guiding completion of required paperwork and helping ensure a positive first-day experience.
• Oversee background check coordination and follow up on pending items so hiring timelines stay on schedule.
• Update employee information in HR systems and keep personnel files organized, complete, and up to date.
• Support routine HR administration by preparing employment documents, responding to common queries, and monitoring process milestones.
• Assist with compliance-related work by reviewing forms, tracking deadlines, and helping HR practices remain consistent with company rules and applicable regulations.
• Work with internal partners to share onboarding progress, resolve document issues, and keep the onboarding process moving smoothly.
• Create and maintain HR reports, logs, and trackers that provide visibility into onboarding and administrative activity.

Required background

• Prior experience supporting onboarding and core HR administrative tasks in a business setting.
• Experience coordinating candidate screening and handling employment documentation workflows.
• Comfort using HRIS systems and maintaining accurate employee records.
• Awareness of HR compliance expectations and careful handling of confidential documents.
• Strong organization and time management abilities, with the capacity to juggle several priorities at once.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with employees, recruiters, and business stakeholders.
• Proficiency with standard office software, including spreadsheets, trackers, and digital record-keeping tools.

Additional information

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Employer information

Robert Half is a specialized talent solutions firm connecting job seekers with opportunities across finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. The company offers contract, temporary, and permanent placement solutions. Contract and temporary professionals may be eligible for medical, vision, dental, life, disability, and 401(k) benefits. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Robert Half is an equal opportunity employer.

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