HR Assistant

Boardman Clark is a full-service law firm based out of Madison, Wisconsin, overlooking the Capitol Square. One of the area’s premier firms, we are proud to offer our clients big-firm capabilities with a small-firm handshake.

At Boardman Clark, our approach is grounded in a few guiding principles. We know that the best advocacy starts with an uncompromising ethical backbone, and that trust is not given lightly and must be earned every day. We know the best counsel is thoughtful, unvarnished, and balanced.

Ask our clients and our employees what separates Boardman Clark from other law firms, and they will tell you: the people. Our team is comprised of talented, down-to-earth professionals who thrive in a flexible, supportive work environment within its community-oriented culture. We believe in supporting a diverse and inclusive environment, and a well-rounded, thoughtful approach to work and life. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. Here, attorneys enjoy plentiful resources and peer mentorship to promote their professional growth, as well as the flexibility to develop a practice that meets their unique vision and style.

If you are passionate about advocacy and delivering exceptional customer service, appreciate working in a fast-paced environment in the heart of downtown Madison, enjoy variety and challenge in your work, then you should consider joining the Boardman Clark team.

Boardman Clark offers a benefit package which includes Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401k with profit sharing, Firm paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance, subsidized parking, and various other benefit programs. This position offers a work from home hybrid schedule after completing 3 months of employment.

Boardman Clark is an Equal Employment Opportunity/​Affirmative Action Employer.

Title: HR Assistant

Reports to: HR Manager

Position Summary

Boardman Clark is seeking a highly organized and proactive HR Assistant to support our Human Resources and administrative functions. This position works directly with the HR Manager to support all HR functions throughout the Firm including recruitment, onboarding, payroll/​benefits administration, and compliance, while fostering a positive work environment. 

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll. 
• Assist with recruitment processes, which may include maintaining job postings, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Creating and maintaining HR records and ensuring data accuracy in HR systems to ensure compliance with established rules and regulations. 
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes; this includes collaborating with stakeholders throughout the Firm to ensure timeliness of tasks. 
• Assist with benefits administration and open enrollment.
• Work with HR Manager to maintain and implement performance management program and evaluations. 
• Work closely with HR Manager and other team members to develop and maintain effective HR operations and policies that ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws. 
• Provide backup to the Office Services team members and assist with coordination and maintenance in that department. 
• Provide consistent and proactive communication with the HR Manager and other members of the management team to ensure a positive and effective working environment. 
• Complete other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in HR, office administration, or a similar role is preferred. 
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems is a plus.
• Discretion and confidentiality are a must.