What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Coordinator position at Ogletree Deakins?
Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Coordinator to join the firm’s expanding Human Resources department in our Greenville, South Carolina office. The HR Coordinator will handle various administrative duties, such as record-keeping, data entry, and supporting HR programs and initiatives. This role is essential for maintaining the efficient operation of the HR department and delivering high-quality HR services to employees.
Essential Functions
Benefits
Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.
Contact Information
If you have questions, please e-mail Megan Becker at @megan.becker@ogletree.com with "HR Coordinator" in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 59 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Coordinator to join the firm’s expanding Human Resources department in our Greenville, South Carolina office. The HR Coordinator will handle various administrative duties, such as record-keeping, data entry, and supporting HR programs and initiatives. This role is essential for maintaining the efficient operation of the HR department and delivering high-quality HR services to employees.
Essential Functions
- Update and maintain accurate employee records and ensure data accuracy and integrity in the HR information system
- Provide exceptional customer service to employees and managers, answering employee inquiries and concerns and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner
- Process new hire paperwork, conduct pre-employment screening, and assist in the coordination of onboarding activities
- Respond to employee inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and programs, and direct inquiries to the appropriate HR team member as needed
- Support HR projects, including research and data analysis, contribute to the development of HR policies and procedures
- Assist with the distribution of HR-related communications, including but not limited to HR announcements, benefit updates or policy updates.
- Assist with HR reporting as needed
- Assist with other HR-related tasks as assigned by the HR Manager.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2 years of experience in the Human Resources field
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Strong administrative skills, including record-keeping, and data entry
- Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and programs, with a basic understanding of employment laws and regulations
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to write clear and concise messages and interact with employees at all levels of the organization
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, HR information systems, and other relevant software applications.
- Customer service-oriented with a positive and professional demeanor.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times
- Teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with other HR team members
- Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field
- SHRM-CP
Benefits
Ogletree Deakins offers a robust suite of benefits for our Staff including: Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, a 401(k) matching program, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, affordable Health and Life Insurance including Dental & Vision coverage, Health Savings Account /Flexible Spending Accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.
Contact Information
If you have questions, please e-mail Megan Becker at @megan.becker@ogletree.com with "HR Coordinator" in the subject line. Please note, applications submitted via e-mail will not be considered.
Firm Overview
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 14 consecutive years. In the 2025 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Litigation – Labor and Employment category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,100 attorneys located in 59 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S.
We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
