Human Resources Specialist

Beth Israel Lahey Health

Human Resources Specialist supporting employee lifecycle operations for Beth Israel Lahey Health. Managing onboarding, Workday support, compliance, analytics, and HR process improvements.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeBurlington • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Human Resources practices, including employee lifecycle management, compliance, and data analysis. Proficient in utilizing Workday for HR operations and fostering effective relationships across organizational levels.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Human ResourcesHuman Resources Certification3–5 Years Of HR Generalist ExperienceKnowledge Of Employment LawStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Employee Lifecycle ManagementData AnalysisHR Metrics TrackingOnboarding Activities ManagementProcess ImprovementTransaction ManagementCompliance AuditsVendor Relationship ManagementHR Process AutomationWorkday Self-Service Capabilities

Soft Skills

Highly OrganizedDetail-OrientedEffective CollaborationStrong Interpersonal SkillsPositive Professional Presence

Tools & Technologies

Workday

Certifications & Qualifications

Human Resources Certification

Industry Keywords

HR PracticesEmployment LawComplianceEmployee OrientationService Excellence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support HR Business Partners in managing the employee lifecycle
Advise, inform, and facilitate discussions with HR Business Partners
Participate in Human Resources projects, activities, programs, and workflow improvements
Manage onboarding activities and facilitate new-employee orientation when needed
Respond to employee and manager inquiries about policies, processes, and administration
Provide transaction-management and operational support to HR staff and business partners
Support and promote Workday self-service capabilities
Track HR metrics, analyze data, prepare reports, and distribute activity information
Participate in compliance audits and ensure HR data completeness
Manage unemployment or other claims responses and maintain vendor relationships when needed
Coordinate accounting activities and monitor reporting requirements
Analyze HR business processes and provide insights to improve effectiveness and efficiency
Contribute to HR projects involving process improvement, automation, and efficiencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Human Resources certification preferred
3–5 years of experience working in Human Resources in a generalist capacity
Solid understanding of HR practices
Knowledge of employment law and regulations
Ability to build and sustain successful relationships at all organizational levels
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with ability to multitask
Ability to self-motivate, work independently, and work as part of a team
Effective in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize work using independent judgment
Flexible and adaptable, with ability to take on varied tasks or projects
Exceptional communication skills for working with diverse individuals
Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with hybrid/remote teams
Positive, professional business presence
Strong service excellence skills
High discretion, integrity, and confidentiality
Ability to research and analyze data for contextual presentation
Must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive compensation and benefits
Continuous learning and growth opportunities
Innovation and sense of belonging
Support for a healthy and balanced life
Influenza vaccination required as a condition of employment