Human Resources Coordinator

McDermott Will & Emery

Human Resources Coordinator managing Workday data, onboarding, compliance, and HR support. Supporting attorneys and business professionals across McDermott Will & Schulte’s global law firm.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeNew York City • Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data management practices and HRIS software, with a strong focus on employee support and compliance. Proficient in coordinating onboarding processes and maintaining accurate HR records while ensuring confidentiality and effective communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data Management PracticesHR Information System (HRIS) SoftwareMicrosoft Office SuiteWritten and Verbal Communication SkillsOnboarding Coordination

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Hard Skills

Data EntryData ValidationProcess EnhancementsCompliance AdministrationTimesheet AuditsElectronic Personnel File MaintenanceI-9 VerificationTechnical Issue TroubleshootingBusiness Process ApprovalsEnhancement Testing

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAbility to Work Under Tight DeadlinesConfidentiality ManagementAdaptabilityCustomer Support

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayHRIS SoftwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Industry Keywords

Employee OnboardingPerformance ManagementShared Services ModelHR Support QueueHR Reference Documents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete data entry for new hires, changes/transfers, and terminations in Workday and coordinate related communications and logistics
Facilitate data validation between the HRIS team and data stakeholders; investigate missing information and discrepancies; propose process enhancements
Provide front-line support to designated teams and end-users on HR data entry and related requests
Prepare and coordinate new hire onboarding, including orientation presentations, materials, meetings, welcome emails, and I-9 verification
Own compliance-related administrative tasks and trainings
Support the HRIS team with Workday troubleshooting, technical issue escalation, business process approvals, and enhancement testing
Monitor the HR support queue and respond promptly and accurately to HR requests and questions
Support firmwide performance management processes
Assist with biweekly business professional timesheet audits
Maintain electronic personnel files and electronically file HR onboarding, off-boarding, and talent documents in worker records
Draft, maintain, and share HR reference documents and supporting materials
Support employees and HR colleagues across offices worldwide in a shared services model

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
At least two (2) years of related experience working with data management practices and employee-focused customer support
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Familiarity with HR Information System (HRIS) software and tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to organize tasks and priorities based on broad objectives and guidance
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly
Ability to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk, and hear
Ability to occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive total rewards package
Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package
Wellness support for physical, emotional, mental, and financial health
Work-life balance support
Award-winning culture emphasizing warmth, authenticity, collaboration, and inclusion
Career development and support
Full-time employment benefits