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INTRODUCTION
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR seeks a collaborative, experienced employment attorney to provide high-quality, risk-informed, and practical legal support to help the enterprise ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies. The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, advanced interpersonal and influencing skills, an ability to anticipate and deliver legal support to satisfy the needs of a dynamic, diverse, and global business team, and the flexibility to manage an evolving variety of assignments.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support for all types of employment issues relevant to a global, employee-owned architecture and engineering company.
- In collaboration with the Chief Counsel Human Resources, provide pragmatic, solution-oriented, preventative, and proactive legal advice involving a wide range of employment law issues, which may include but will not be limited to, hiring, performance management, discipline, terminations, internal investigations, reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, employee mobility, and immigration.
- Regularly engage with HDR’s human resources and business professionals on a global scale.
- Proactively monitor and understand global employment law changes and trends.
- Review and support the development, implementation and updating of HDR policies and processes to mitigate risk and ensure legal compliance.
- Serve as a key contact to facilitate legal guidance on compliance with all laws and internal policies related to the employee-employer relationship.
- Assist the Chief Counsel Human Resources in the coordination and oversight of outside counsel as directed by the General Counsel.
- Develop proactive protocols to identify and manage employment-law risks and advise company management of the same.
- Develop and implement legal training programs as necessary.
- Handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality while displaying professionalism and tact with all levels of the organization.
- Engage with and represent the HDR Legal Department in a professional and constructive, supportive manner in all communications and interactions.
- Perform other duties as assigned across all HDR companies.
LOCATION
This position is located in Omaha, Nebraska. Due to our collaborative team environment, we expect candidates to work in the office 5 days / week. Occasional flexibility for work from home is permitted with advanced supervisor approval.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
- A minimum of 8 years progressive experience practicing law
- Active license to practice law
- Law firm experience relevant to job description (e.g., transactional, litigation, etc.)
- Proficient analytical and oral and written communication skills
- Business acumen, with the ability to think strategically and advise on creative business-oriented solutions to legal issues, balancing legal risks against business interests in complex and ambiguous situations
- Strong results orientation with a dedicated client focus and ability to establish a trusted advisor relationship with business clients
- Experience with complex agreements (e.g., drafting, negotiating, and interpreting, dispute resolving, litigating)
- Ability to work efficiently and meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workflow, and adjust to frequent workload fluctuations
- Ability to work independently while also being a strong collaborator
- Ability to identify and manage risk inherent to projects in the engineering/architecture consulting industry
- Supervisory or mentoring experience
- Willingness to travel 25% of the time
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of experience practicing employment law at a private firm highly preferred.
- Experience advising multi-jurisdictional organizations highly preferred.
- Progressive leadership and client or business management experience highly preferred.
- Working understanding of immigration regulations preferred.
- Member in good standing of a state bar, Nebraska preferred.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
OUR COMMITMENT
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
PRIMARY LOCATION
: United States-Nebraska-Omaha
INDUSTRY
: Legal
SCHEDULE
: Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
: Regular
BUSINESS CLASS
: Marketing and Admin
JOB POSTING
: Sep 17, 2026
INTRODUCTION
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR seeks a collaborative, experienced employment attorney to provide high-quality, risk-informed, and practical legal support to help the enterprise ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies. The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, advanced interpersonal and influencing skills, an ability to anticipate and deliver legal support to satisfy the needs of a dynamic, diverse, and global business team, and the flexibility to manage an evolving variety of assignments.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support for all types of employment issues relevant to a global, employee-owned architecture and engineering company.
- In collaboration with the Chief Counsel Human Resources, provide pragmatic, solution-oriented, preventative, and proactive legal advice involving a wide range of employment law issues, which may include but will not be limited to, hiring, performance management, discipline, terminations, internal investigations, reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, employee mobility, and immigration.
- Regularly engage with HDR’s human resources and business professionals on a global scale.
- Proactively monitor and understand global employment law changes and trends.
- Review and support the development, implementation and updating of HDR policies and processes to mitigate risk and ensure legal compliance.
- Serve as a key contact to facilitate legal guidance on compliance with all laws and internal policies related to the employee-employer relationship.
- Assist the Chief Counsel Human Resources in the coordination and oversight of outside counsel as directed by the General Counsel.
- Develop proactive protocols to identify and manage employment-law risks and advise company management of the same.
- Develop and implement legal training programs as necessary.
- Handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality while displaying professionalism and tact with all levels of the organization.
- Engage with and represent the HDR Legal Department in a professional and constructive, supportive manner in all communications and interactions.
- Perform other duties as assigned across all HDR companies.
LOCATION
This position is located in Omaha, Nebraska. Due to our collaborative team environment, we expect candidates to work in the office 5 days / week. Occasional flexibility for work from home is permitted with advanced supervisor approval.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
- A minimum of 8 years progressive experience practicing law
- Active license to practice law
- Law firm experience relevant to job description (e.g., transactional, litigation, etc.)
- Proficient analytical and oral and written communication skills
- Business acumen, with the ability to think strategically and advise on creative business-oriented solutions to legal issues, balancing legal risks against business interests in complex and ambiguous situations
- Strong results orientation with a dedicated client focus and ability to establish a trusted advisor relationship with business clients
- Experience with complex agreements (e.g., drafting, negotiating, and interpreting, dispute resolving, litigating)
- Ability to work efficiently and meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workflow, and adjust to frequent workload fluctuations
- Ability to work independently while also being a strong collaborator
- Ability to identify and manage risk inherent to projects in the engineering/architecture consulting industry
- Supervisory or mentoring experience
- Willingness to travel 25% of the time
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of experience practicing employment law at a private firm highly preferred.
- Experience advising multi-jurisdictional organizations highly preferred.
- Progressive leadership and client or business management experience highly preferred.
- Working understanding of immigration regulations preferred.
- Member in good standing of a state bar, Nebraska preferred.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
OUR COMMITMENT
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
PRIMARY LOCATION
: United States-Nebraska-Omaha
INDUSTRY
: Legal
SCHEDULE
: Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
: Regular
BUSINESS CLASS
: Marketing and Admin
JOB POSTING
: Sep 17, 2026
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Who's Hiring
- Target82
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- Healthcare & Medical Services43
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- Technology & Software20
- Education16
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources assistant jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or BambooHR
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook
- Knowledge of employment law basics including FMLA, ADA, and EEO compliance
- Strong data entry accuracy and experience maintaining confidential employee records
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred for mid-level assistant roles
Tips for Your Human Resources Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to ATS keywords
Human resources assistant postings almost always list specific systems like an ATS or HRIS platform by name. Pull those exact terms from each job description and mirror them in your resume so automated screening tools don't filter you out before a recruiter reads your application.
Highlight confidentiality handling on applications
Hiring managers for HR roles weigh discretion heavily. Call out concrete examples where you managed sensitive employee data, handled termination paperwork, or maintained I-9 files, because generic customer-service language won't signal that you understand HR's confidentiality requirements.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists human resources assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by HR function, not just title
Many human resources assistant roles are posted under recruiting coordinator, HR generalist assistant, or benefits support specialist. Searching by function, such as benefits, onboarding, or talent acquisition, surfaces openings you'd miss by title alone.
Prepare for scenario questions on employee relations
Interviewers frequently ask how you'd handle a complaint intake, a records discrepancy, or a benefits enrollment error. Walk through your actual process step by step, naming the forms or systems involved, rather than speaking in abstractions about communication and teamwork.
Negotiate your title alongside your offer
Human resources assistant titles vary widely in scope across employers. If you're accepting a role with broad responsibilities, asking for a title like HR coordinator or HR generalist assistant during the offer stage costs nothing and matters on your next resume.
Human Resources Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most human resources assistants?
Target, Highgate, and Walmart are hiring the most human resources assistants right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is particularly strong at large healthcare systems, staffing agencies, and retail corporations that run high-volume hiring operations.
How many human resources assistant jobs are remote?
About 39% of human resources assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though on-site roles remain common where physical file management or in-person onboarding is required. Sub-functions like benefits administration, HRIS data entry, and recruiting coordination tend to offer the highest share of remote and hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a human resources assistant?
Most employers expect an associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Completing an internship or administrative role that touched payroll, scheduling, or employee records gives you the hands-on experience hiring managers look for. Earning an entry-level certification like the SHRM-CP or aPHR signals professional commitment and helps you stand out against candidates with similar academic backgrounds.
Can you get hired as a human resources assistant with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire human resources assistants from adjacent administrative backgrounds rather than requiring direct HR experience. Roles in office administration, customer service, or data entry transfer well because the core skills overlap: attention to detail, handling confidential information, and managing high-volume correspondence. Framing those transferable skills explicitly in your resume and cover letter, rather than relying on a hiring manager to make the connection, significantly improves your chances.
What does the human resources assistant interview process look like?
Most processes run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone or video screen with an HR recruiter covering your background and availability. A second round with the hiring manager focuses on scenario-based questions about handling sensitive employee situations, data entry accuracy, and system experience. Some employers add a short skills assessment covering Excel or HRIS navigation before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to human resources assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to human resources assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your background, whether that's recruiting coordination, benefits administration, or general HR support, and apply directly to each listing that matches your experience and location preferences.
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