HR Specialist | Santa Monica, CA Location: Santa Monica, CA (hybrid, 4 days on-site) Pay: $31 – $39 per hour + discretionary bonus Employment type: Full-time, hourly non-exempt About the Opportunity Our client is a well-established real estate company looking for an HR Specialist to support its People team during a period of growth. You’ll handle a wide mix of HR functions that keep daily operations running smoothly, working closely with payroll, IT, and facilities. This is a hands-on role for someone who is already comfortable with HR processes, can work independently, and thrives in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment. What You’ll Do
- Employee support: Be the first point of contact for employee questions through HR channels. Guide employees on policies and systems, and escalate sensitive issues to the right HR partners.
- HR operations: Keep employee data accurate across HR systems, process hires, changes, leaves, and terminations, and run regular audits with the HRIS Analyst.
- Employee lifecycle: Run the 30/60/90-day onboarding process. Coordinate offboarding, including exit interviews and final pay and benefits compliance.
- Compliance: Maintain trackers for I-9s, training, certifications, and acknowledgments, and support internal audits.
- Continuous improvement: Document HR workflows and SOPs, and recommend ways to improve efficiency.
What You Bring
- 2-5 years of HR, People Operations, or generalist experience
- Working knowledge of HR workflows, HR processes, and HRIS systems
- Experience with leave of absence administration and compliance tracking
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong written and interpersonal communication skills, and a service-driven approach
- Ability to adapt quickly, manage shifting priorities, and work independently while partnering across teams
What’s Offered
- Competitive hourly pay, with room to progress within the range
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA/HSA options
- Retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- Commuter and wellness benefits