HR Business Partner Assistant

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. We prize diversity and inclusion, the intellectually curious, the inventive, and the forward-thinking. We invite you to influence the way we work and define the way we embrace tomorrow.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees’ work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with remote working options for Monday and Friday. 

What you’ll do

In this support role on AlixPartners’ Corporate Services team, you will assist our People Business Partner team on a wide range of tasks related to day-to-day functions and operations, as well as project work to support the team’s strategic agenda.

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. We prize diversity and inclusion, the intellectually curious, the inventive, and the forward-thinking. We invite you to influence the way we work and define the way we embrace tomorrow.

The HR Business Partner Assistant (known internally as People Business Services Professional) is a full-time role located in New York, NY or Dallas, TX, and reports to a People Business Partner Manager.

• Act as a first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding human resources matters. Respond to staff inquiries or redirect to appropriate team.
• Handle regular and ad hoc reporting requests and audits, including synthesizing data in a digestible format.
• Follow up with employees to ensure compliance on people processes.
• Coordinate with internal teams to manage employee transactions, including transfers and leaves of absence. Maintain employee information within internal databases and systems.
• Assist with performance management processes, including, but not limited to, drafting communications, coordinating review sessions, organizing materials, and managing data.
• Support onboarding and offboarding administration.
• Coordinate training initiatives with internal teams
• Assist in designing and implementing people-related ad hoc programs, such as networking and social events, panel discussions, and others, to facilitate employee engagement, inclusion, and development.
• Contribute to firmwide initiatives and process improvements within the people space. Ensure that best-practices are proactively documented
• Project manage planned and ad-hoc activities for the People Business Partner team as needed
• Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field highly preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a professional services firm.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and internet applications.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of customers at all levels.
• Ability to be discreet and handle confidential, sensitive information.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with HCM (Human Capital Management) software is a plus
• Desire to learn new skills and commitment to continuous improvement with a high degree of initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Core working hours are generally 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM; willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No VISAs available for this position.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits program including health, vision, dental, disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, identity theft protection, and mental wellness support. Employees will also receive a generous paid leave policy including vacation/personal time starting at 5.67 hours per pay period, sick time up to 80 hours annually, parental leave, and twelve holidays.  

The hourly range for this role takes into account a number of factors and is between $30/hr. - $37/hr. with potential eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus. 

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

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