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Summary
The HR Services Coordinator, working in collaboration with and in support of the
firm’s strategic initiatives, serves as the primary contact to all partners,
employees, former employees and retirees on payroll, benefits, other HR
transactions, and policy related questions. Handles inquires and problems in
order to provide an exceptional employee experience and provide clear advice and
information. Knowledge base and case management tools will be utilized to assist
in responding to HR inquiries.
Location
While Phoenix and Seattle are the preferred locations, this position can also be
based in the Austin, Chicago, Dallas, or Houston office with hours from 8:30 AM
to 5:00 PM Pacific Time. This role offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
* Serve as the first point of contact for Human Resources and ensure that the
lawyer and business professional AskHR experience meets our standards of
operational excellence.
* Assist managers and employees in navigating Workday and executing business
process transactions.
* Support the day-to-day operations of various HR functions, including HR
Operations, Total Rewards, and Employee Relations.
* Partner with colleagues and Centers of Excellence to execute tasks and
fulfill key deliverables within assigned SLAs.
* Research and resolve HR cases using the ServiceNow case management system,
documenting case details and resolution.
* Maintain a working knowledge of company benefit plans such as health
insurance, 401(k), vacation, holidays, time tracking and pay to respond to
AskHR inquiries.
* Adhere to departmental standard operating procedures (SOP) to ensure the
integrity of data within HR systems, and a consistent employment experience.
* Develop and maintain process documentation, knowledgebase articles, and FAQs
for all areas of accountability.
* Maintain employee personnel records and other HR records, ensuring compliance
with federal, state, and local regulations.
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives within the
assigned scope of work, proposing solutions and ideas to enhance HR support
for employees and people leaders.
* Other duties as assigned.
Desired Skills
Able to communicate comfortably and provide clear explanations to all levels of
people and use discretion when communicating sensitive information. Preference
of 2+ years’ experience with benefits administration and HR policy
administration. Express interest and curiosity in understanding why something is
done a certain way, ask appropriate questions and identify relevant resources
for answers, know when to escalate a matter. Identify ways to improve
operational efficiency and meet deadlines. Strong customer service focus
centered on building an exceptional employee experience including responding
quickly to requests, acknowledging receipt of requests when unable to provide a
resolution within the allotted timeframe. Able to work as part of a
high-performance team and perform with minimal supervision. Invest in continuous
self-improvement, volunteer for new assignments, take ownership of work, and
produce quality work products. Ability to learn quickly. Experience with MS
Office (Word, Excel); Preference of 2+ years’ experience Workday and ServiceNow
or similar system experience.
Minimum Education
* High School Diploma or GED.
Preferred Education
* Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or a related field.
Minimum Years of Experience
* 2 years’ experience in an HR administrative support role.
Essential Job Expectations
All DLA Piper employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in how we serve
our clients and develop our people, upholding our firm values as part of our
culture. Specific expectations include:
* Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers,
business professionals, and external audiences.
* Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient,
timely, and professional manner.
* Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high
standards.
* Comply with firm policies and procedures.
* Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: This is primarily sedentary work, requiring occasional exertion
of up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects. The
role involves sitting for extended periods, with occasional walking and
standing, and occasional travel, both domestic and international.
Work Environment
The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid
work arrangement combining remote and in-office work. The specific arrangement
will be determined at the time of hiring and may be modified at the firm's
discretion.
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the
work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way.
It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be
performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the
sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements,
and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at
any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.
Application Process
Interested candidates must apply directly online. Application materials sent via
email will not be accepted.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position or participate
in the selection process. For accommodation requests, please contact
careers@us.dlapiper.com.
Agency applications will not be considered.
No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.
This job description provides a concise overview of the role and is not intended
to describe all work elements that may be performed. It should not serve as the
sole criteria for personnel decisions. Job duties, requirements, and
expectations may be modified at the firm's discretion at any time. This job
description does not alter the at-will nature of employment.
We are committed to excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our
people.
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $34.00 - $38.00 per hour
depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non-exempt positions
will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable
laws.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors
including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional
background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of
benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is
posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible
for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only
where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance
with applicable policy and law.
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receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status
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