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The People & Culture (P&C) Specialist 1 position is responsible for delivering quality customer service to firm principals, professionals and P&C peers by providing resolution to inquiries related to employment verifications, P&C initiatives, firm policies and procedures, and P&C systems for benefits, time entry and performance management. The P&C Specialist 1 also provides general support to the P&C Field and Recruiting teams, including but not limited to: documentation for all hires, employment changes and terminations within the P&C management system; processing candidate background checks; creating and distributing offer materials and change letters; facilitating new hire onboarding through orientation presentations and the review of I-9’s; coordinating all payments of bonuses and unused PTO; and administering national programs such as the American Express Corporate Card and Professional Certification Reimbursement programs.
Job Duties:
General Firm Population
- Acts as a resource to current employees regarding questions related to P&C systems, including BDOU, Payroll Self-Service, Performance, Benefits
- Provides support to new employees and principals regarding policies and procedures, new hire processes, employment forms, performance management, etc.
- Acts as resource to former employees regarding questions related to electronic payroll records, changes of address, W-2 requests, etc.
- Acts as a resource to current and former principals and employees related to requests for employment verifications.
- Sends communication to voluntarily terminating employees providing all necessary separation information and instructions for completion prior to departure from the firm
- Creates and maintains accurate, current ticket history and documentation related to each inquiry/request received within the P&C Resource Center through My Support Center
- Collaborates with other P&C Resource Center staff on projects for P&C Resource Center improvements
- Conducts weekly new hire orientation presentation, review of firm resources and review of I-9’s for new hires
- Assists in the administration of national programs, including Professional Certification preparation materials and corporate credit cards
Human Resources
- Provides applicable communications for transactions within the P&C management system in association with data changes, salary changes, transfers, location changes and working hour changes
- Revises offer letters in My BDO
- Drafts and distributes appropriate offer materials upon offer acceptance
- Drafts and distributes change in start/end date requests
- Submits background and criminal searches for applicable new hires
- Assists Center of Excellence (COEs) with employee questions regarding Total Rewards, Performance Management, Payroll, Finance, Talent Acquisition, Paid Time Off, etc.
- Submits requests for all payroll payouts related to relocation and signing bonuses, final wages, PTO payouts, and other appropriate payroll payments or deductions related to employee relations matters for current and terminating professionals
- Participates in HR related projects in conjunction with COE leaders
Other duties as required
- Attends weekly P&C Resource Center team call
- Participates in the P&C Field and P&C Resource Center monthly collaboration call
- Assists in the P&C Resource Center project list and task items
- Participates in firm expansions including offers, background checks, I-9 Service Center and on-site support if needed
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED, required
- Associate’s degree, preferred; focus in Human Resources, preferred
- Bachelor’s degree, preferred; focus in Human Resources, preferred
Experience:
- Six (6) or more months of experience working in customer service, a shared services/call center in an administrative role, required
- Prior HR experience preferred
License/Certifications:
- N/A
Software:
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel, preferred
- Prior experience utilizing industry-related human resource management and database systems such as Oracle HCM, and ServiceNow, preferred
Language:
- N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
- Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
- Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external client personnel
- Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
- Ability to adapt communication style to successfully convey messages and objectives to diverse audience
- Capable of maintaining confidential information and matters with discretion
- Ability to successfully evaluate issues and escalate to a higher level or other resource, as appropriate
- Solid understanding of firm policies and procedures and personnel laws
- Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of standard human resources processes
- Ability to deliver presentations and facilitate meetings/training sessions
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $29.81/hr - $31.25/hr
Maryland Range: $29.81/hr - $31.25/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $29.81/hr - $31.25/hr
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.
BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
As technology continues to shape how we work, BDO values the ability to apply generative and agentic AI solutions to develop work products, improve workflows and identify potential risks. Across our firm, we emphasize professional judgment in validating AI-generated outputs for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.
Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
Job Summary:
The People & Culture (P&C) Specialist 1 position is responsible for delivering quality customer service to firm principals, professionals and P&C peers by providing resolution to inquiries related to employment verifications, P&C initiatives, firm policies and procedures, and P&C systems for benefits, time entry and performance management. The P&C Specialist 1 also provides general support to the P&C Field and Recruiting teams, including but not limited to: documentation for all hires, employment changes and terminations within the P&C management system; processing candidate background checks; creating and distributing offer materials and change letters; facilitating new hire onboarding through orientation presentations and the review of I-9’s; coordinating all payments of bonuses and unused PTO; and administering national programs such as the American Express Corporate Card and Professional Certification Reimbursement programs.
Job Duties:
General Firm Population
- Acts as a resource to current employees regarding questions related to P&C systems, including BDOU, Payroll Self-Service, Performance, Benefits
- Provides support to new employees and principals regarding policies and procedures, new hire processes, employment forms, performance management, etc.
- Acts as resource to former employees regarding questions related to electronic payroll records, changes of address, W-2 requests, etc.
- Acts as a resource to current and former principals and employees related to requests for employment verifications.
- Sends communication to voluntarily terminating employees providing all necessary separation information and instructions for completion prior to departure from the firm
- Creates and maintains accurate, current ticket history and documentation related to each inquiry/request received within the P&C Resource Center through My Support Center
- Collaborates with other P&C Resource Center staff on projects for P&C Resource Center improvements
- Conducts weekly new hire orientation presentation, review of firm resources and review of I-9’s for new hires
- Assists in the administration of national programs, including Professional Certification preparation materials and corporate credit cards
Human Resources
- Provides applicable communications for transactions within the P&C management system in association with data changes, salary changes, transfers, location changes and working hour changes
- Revises offer letters in My BDO
- Drafts and distributes appropriate offer materials upon offer acceptance
- Drafts and distributes change in start/end date requests
- Submits background and criminal searches for applicable new hires
- Assists Center of Excellence (COEs) with employee questions regarding Total Rewards, Performance Management, Payroll, Finance, Talent Acquisition, Paid Time Off, etc.
- Submits requests for all payroll payouts related to relocation and signing bonuses, final wages, PTO payouts, and other appropriate payroll payments or deductions related to employee relations matters for current and terminating professionals
- Participates in HR related projects in conjunction with COE leaders
Other duties as required
- Attends weekly P&C Resource Center team call
- Participates in the P&C Field and P&C Resource Center monthly collaboration call
- Assists in the P&C Resource Center project list and task items
- Participates in firm expansions including offers, background checks, I-9 Service Center and on-site support if needed
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED, required
- Associate’s degree, preferred; focus in Human Resources, preferred
- Bachelor’s degree, preferred; focus in Human Resources, preferred
Experience:
- Six (6) or more months of experience working in customer service, a shared services/call center in an administrative role, required
- Prior HR experience preferred
License/Certifications:
- N/A
Software:
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel, preferred
- Prior experience utilizing industry-related human resource management and database systems such as Oracle HCM, and ServiceNow, preferred
Language:
- N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
- Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
- Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external client personnel
- Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
- Ability to adapt communication style to successfully convey messages and objectives to diverse audience
- Capable of maintaining confidential information and matters with discretion
- Ability to successfully evaluate issues and escalate to a higher level or other resource, as appropriate
- Solid understanding of firm policies and procedures and personnel laws
- Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of standard human resources processes
- Ability to deliver presentations and facilitate meetings/training sessions
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $29.81/hr - $31.25/hr
Maryland Range: $29.81/hr - $31.25/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $29.81/hr - $31.25/hr
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.
BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
As technology continues to shape how we work, BDO values the ability to apply generative and agentic AI solutions to develop work products, improve workflows and identify potential risks. Across our firm, we emphasize professional judgment in validating AI-generated outputs for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.
Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a People and Culture Specialist
Frame your HR credentials around specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes whether People and Culture roles truly require a specific bachelor's degree. Document how your position demands specialized knowledge in HR strategy, employment law, or organizational development, not just general business or administrative skills.
Verify your offered wage against OFLC data
Before accepting an offer, run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your salary meets the prevailing wage Level I through IV thresholds. An underpaid offer blocks LCA certification and delays your H-1B petition.
Target companies with dedicated HR business partner functions
Organizations with standalone People and Culture teams rather than generalist HR headcount are far more likely to view your role as a specialty occupation. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in HR-specific job categories.
Get your foreign HR certifications evaluated early
If you hold SHRM, CIPD, or equivalent credentials earned outside the U.S., obtain a formal equivalency evaluation before an employer files your LCA. USCIS may request documentation confirming international credentials align with U.S. specialty occupation standards.
Ask employers about their PERM green card pipeline
People and Culture roles are eligible for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Raise this during offer negotiation, since starting PERM early preserves your priority date and protects you if H-1B extensions become complicated later.
Prepare for RFEs by documenting role complexity upfront
H-1B petitions for HR titles attract Requests for Evidence because USCIS questions whether the duties genuinely require a specific degree. Collect job descriptions, org charts, and project documentation showing your role involves strategic workforce planning, not routine administrative tasks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a People and Culture Specialist role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but the employer must demonstrate the role is a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as human resources, organizational psychology, or industrial relations. USCIS has issued Requests for Evidence for generalist HR titles, so your offer letter and job description need to emphasize strategic and specialized duties, not administrative or clerical functions.
Which visa types can sponsor a People and Culture Specialist?
H-1B is the primary work visa for this role, requiring an employer to file a Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition. Australians can apply for the E-3 visa, which follows the same specialty occupation standard but has a separate cap and no lottery. TN visa status is not available for People and Culture or general HR roles, as that occupation does not appear on the USMCA profession list.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor People and Culture Specialist visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history for HR and People and Culture roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already navigated the LCA and H-1B process for similar positions. This saves time compared to cold-applying to employers who may not have sponsored this role type before.
Does my degree field affect my H-1B eligibility for this role?
Yes, and it matters more for HR titles than for many technical roles. USCIS expects a direct connection between your degree field and the job duties. A bachelor's in human resources management, organizational behavior, psychology, or business with an HR concentration is well-positioned. A general business or unrelated degree may trigger an RFE unless you can demonstrate how your coursework directly supports specialized HR functions.
Can a People and Culture Specialist transition from OPT or STEM OPT to H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, and the timing matters. Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization after graduation. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as industrial-organizational psychology, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving your employer more time to file an H-1B petition. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to authorize STEM OPT, and your role must directly relate to your degree's field of study.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored People and Culture Specialist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.