HR Operations Specialist

Experienced
Business Operations
Chicago

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented HR Operations Specialist to join our dynamic Human Resources team. The HR Operations Specialist will play a crucial role in managing and executing various HR operational activities, ensuring smooth HR processes, and supporting the overall HR function for US-based employees. 

Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Own the administration of US employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
  • Collaborate with external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth benefits enrollment, changes, and communications.
  • Serve as a knowledgeable resource for employees, providing guidance and counseling regarding various types of leaves of absence, including medical, family, and disability leaves.
  • Review and process leave requests from employees and relevant stakeholders to manage the leave process effectively and ensure Workday is updated accordingly for tracking.
  • Collaborate with the HRIS team to identify system enhancements, resolve technical issues, and optimize HR processes through automation.
  • Ensure compliance with local labor laws, company policies, and HR best practices throughout the employee lifecycle.
  • Facilitate the documentation and distribution of HR-related materials, such as employment contracts, offer letters, and HR policies.
  • Serve as a point of contact for HR-related inquiries and provide timely assistance to employees, managers, and external stakeholders.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and procedures, identifying areas for streamlining and efficiency gains.
  • Stay up-to-date with local labor laws and regulations, ensuring HR practices and policies are compliant.
  • Collaborate with the HR team to review, develop, and update HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
  • Conduct periodic audits and assessments to ensure adherence to policies and guidelines.

Your Skills and Experience:

  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as an HR Generalist or a similar HR Operations role
  • Demonstrated success in managing annual benefit events (open enrollment, 401k audits, etc.)
  • Strong knowledge of HR Operations processes, policies, and best practices
  • Workday experience required
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
  • HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) are preferred
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening.

About Us

IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we’ve been a stabilizing force in the financial markets – providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.

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