Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources Specialist (Entry Level)

About the Role

On-site, full time, at our corporate headquarters in Cranford, New Jersey, we are seeking a motivated, entry-level Human Resources Specialist—ideally a recent college graduate—to join our growing team. In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Human Resources to coordinate a wide range of HR functions and play a key part in supporting our employees. You will help ensure compliance with labor laws, streamline people’s processes, and contribute to building HR systems, policies, and programs that are both efficient and employee focused.

At Fidelis Investors, we strive to create an environment where employees feel heard, valued, and equipped with the resources they need to grow and succeed.

Key Responsibilities

Core Duties

• Recruitment & Staffing:
  Partner with management to identify hiring needs; develop job descriptions; post job openings; screen applicants; conduct interviews; perform background checks; and extend offers.
• Onboarding, Offboarding & Training:
  Guide new hires through orientation; introduce company policies and culture; coordinate training; and assist with professional development initiatives.
• Compensation & Benefits Administration:
  Support benefits administration (e.g., health insurance); assist with payroll processing; and analyze job data to help maintain competitive compensation structures.
• Employee Relations:
  Serve as a liaison between employees and management, helping to promote a positive and productive workplace.
• Compliance & Record Keeping:
  Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, OSHA); maintain accurate, secure, and confidential employee records.
• Performance Management Support:
  Assist with the performance review cycle, including evaluations and disciplinary processes where appropriate.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree a plus. Minimum GPA: 3.5 required.
• Communication Skills:
  Strong verbal and written communication abilities to clearly convey information to diverse audiences.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  Ability to build trust, connect with employees at all levels, and foster positive working relationships.
• Detail Orientation:
  High attention to detail for accurate data management, HRIS work, and compliance requirements.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making:
  Ability to use sound judgment, resolve issues effectively, and make data-informed decisions.
• Ethics & Confidentiality:
  Demonstrated integrity when overseeing sensitive and confidential employee information.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic HR initiatives
• Opportunities to learn, shape processes, and grow within a scaling organization

Additional Information

Fidelis Investors is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other protected status.

Fidelis Investors does not accept resumes or referrals from placement agencies, staffing vendors, or any other external parties seeking recruitment fees.

Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization. This position is not eligible for employer H-1B sponsorship now or in the future.