HR Operations Coordinator

Company Overview:

Steward Partners Global Advisory is an employee-owned, full-service leading independent private financial services firm, with professionals delivering multifaceted financial solutions and comprehensive service to our clients and their families.

Steward Partners Global Advisory caters to family, institutional and multigenerational investors delivering comprehensive wealth planning and investment strategy implementation, professional asset management services, private banking, institutional consulting, international advisory and business solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering wide-ranging client service with an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Position Overview:

The HR Operations Coordinator is a critical member of the HR team, responsible for the accurate and timely execution of HR processes and administrative tasks across the employee life cycle. This role combines high-volume task ownership with a strong focus on data integrity, reporting, and operational efficiency.

The HR Operations Coordinator is a detail-oriented, highly accountable professional who thrives in a task-driven environment and brings an analytical approach to their work. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR administration, strong execution skills, and the ability to manage responsibilities with consistency and accuracy. This is an opportunity for someone looking to further develop their career in HR while contributing to a fast-paced, growing team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including drafting offer letters, HRIS updates, and terminations, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and timely
• Process employee life cycle changes, such as internal mobility and compensation adjustments
• Manage and process payroll for all non-Advisor employees, including analyzing time and attendance data, expense reports, and coordination with the PEO
• Support non-Advisor recruiting by posting roles, updating job sites, and scheduling interviews
• Manage the HR inbox, respond to inquiries, escalate as needed, and maintain organization
• Act as the first point of contact for benefits questions, working with the PEO to resolve issues and provide timely information
• Administer and track all leave of absence processes (e.g., STD), from start to return
• Maintain accurate employee records and data in the HRIS
• Manage the time and attendance system, including new hire setup and system-related questions
• Generate and analyze recurring HR reports (e.g., headcount), ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Create and maintain internal HR desktop procedures
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives as assigned, supporting process efficiencies, and team operations

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field preferred
• 2-3 years of HR administration experience with a working knowledge of HR principles, practices, and procedures preferred
• Experience in financial services or wealth management preferred
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including proficiency in Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; PowerPoint a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management, with a proven ability to meet deadlines and follow through
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate across diverse teams
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and handle confidential information with discretion
• Team oriented with a proactive and customer-focused mindset
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Reports To:

Head of HR Operations

Job Level:

Senior Associate

Direct Reports:

None

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Location:

In-office role, Stamford, CT is preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Human resources: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Stamford, CT 06901 (Required)

Work Location: In person