Job Description
Job DescriptionOnboarding Specialist (HR Operations) - Contract | New York City
LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Onboarding Specialist on behalf of our client in the New York City area. This is a contract opportunity for an HR professional with strong HR operations and onboarding experience, ready to support a fast-paced team and ensure a seamless new hire experience from day one.
This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, process-driven, and passionate about creating structured, positive onboarding experiences.
Position Overview
The Onboarding Specialist will manage and execute the end-to-end onboarding process, serving as a liaison between HR, hiring managers, IT, and new employees. This individual will ensure all administrative, compliance, and logistical components of onboarding are handled efficiently and professionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full onboarding lifecycle for new hires
- Coordinate pre-employment documentation and HR operations processes
- Facilitate background checks and employment verification procedures
- Ensure accurate completion of compliance documentation and employee records
- Partner with HR and hiring managers to schedule orientations and onboarding meetings
- Coordinate IT setup and equipment requests for new employees
- Prepare onboarding materials and communicate company policies and expectations
- Track onboarding milestones and maintain HRIS records
- Provide timely communication to new hires to foster engagement and clarity
Qualifications
Required:
- 2+ years of experience in HR operations
- Direct experience managing employee onboarding processes
- Familiarity with coordinating or overseeing background checks
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Experience improving or streamlining onboarding workflows
- Experience working in a high-volume HR environment
- Comfort navigating HR systems and tracking compliance documentation
What We're Looking For
- A proactive communicator who can bridge HR, managers, and new hires
- Someone who thrives in structured, deadline-driven environments
- A professional who understands the importance of confidentiality and compliance
- A candidate who can ensure new employees feel supported, informed, and prepared
How to Apply
If you have experience in HR operations, onboarding, and background checks and are looking for your next opportunity in the New York City market, we encourage you to apply.
LHH Recruitment Solutions looks forward to connecting with qualified HR professionals ready to make an impact.
Pay Details: $25.00 to $28.00 per hour
Search managed by: Renee Walker
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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