Human Resources Assistant

Job Title: Human Resources Assistant

Industry: Consulting | Professional Services

Location: Washington, DC (Fully Onsite)

Assignment Type: Contract | 4-5 Months

Pay: $21 – $24 / Hour (commensurate with experience)

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About The Company: A reputable professional services organization in Washington, DC is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to provide temporary support to its HR team. This opportunity is well-suited for an HR professional looking to expand their experience while working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Job Description: The Human Resources Assistant will provide administrative and operational support across a variety of HR functions. This position will assist with employee lifecycle activities, scheduling, documentation, internal communications, and general department coordination. The ideal candidate will be organized, professional, dependable, and comfortable handling confidential employee information.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to support the HR team's ongoing activities
• Coordinate calendars and meetings, prepare supporting materials, and help facilitate internal HR processes
• Assist with employee promotion and personnel change processes, including preparing documentation and communicating updates
• Support onboarding and separation activities to help ensure a positive and organized employee experience
• Prepare meeting materials, develop agendas, and document key discussion points and action items
• Maintain organized HR records and documentation while following appropriate confidentiality standards
• Assist with additional HR projects and administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience providing administrative or coordination support within a Human Resources department
• Experience working in consulting, professional services, or another corporate environment is preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as Workday or ADP is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information professionally
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered

Additional Details: This is a fully onsite contract position based in Washington, DC, with an anticipated duration of 4–5 months. The position follows a Monday through Friday schedule during standard business hours.

Perks:

• Gain hands-on experience across a broad range of HR functions
• Opportunity to support employee lifecycle processes within a professional services environment
• Collaborative and team-oriented workplace
• Exposure to HR systems, processes, and administrative operations

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.