Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related discipline with strong academic performance;
Up to 3 years related work experience in a complex, fast paced and high-volume business (professional services preferred);
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), communication software (Zoom), advanced knowledge of Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables) desirable;
Experience with employee management systems (Workday preferred) and other HR technologies (LinkedIn Learning, Enboarder preferred);
Curious and analytic thinkers with a problem-solving mindset who find the right resources to solve the issue;
Effective written and oral communication skills;
Demonstrated high level of initiative, ownership and leadership;
Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities;
Excellent time management, task prioritization, and detail orientation;
Good judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information;
Empathic and warm personality, exhibiting patience and calmness in challenging situations;
Flexibility to work across North American and European time zones, potential evening and weekend work, and occasional overnight/international travel.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, we require the following:
CV/Resume - please include current address, personal email and telephone number;
Cover letter - please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals.
Career Growth and Benefits
We offer a comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package, wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional and fin
Additional Information
About Charles River Associates
Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provide clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.
Position Overview
The Human Capital team comprises about 25 professionals committed to attracting, developing, and retaining excellent colleagues across the firm. Our culture embraces a growth mindset: inspiring excellence and bringing expertise and innovation to the role every day. The Global Talent Management team is central to CRA's success by creating an employee-centered work experience. This role will be responsible for supporting the employee life cycle particularly as it relates to employee relations, departures and performance management . This position will be located in New York or Washington, DC (preferred), Boston, or Chicago, and will report through a Human Capital Manager. Typical responsibilities of the Human Capital Coordinator would be:
Handle day-to-day employee administrative transactions (promotions, contract updates, etc.)
Process changes in working hours and departures,
Ensure employee documentation is properly recorded and maintained,
Respond to employee queries, ensuring issues are tracked, resolved, and handled with discretion,
Manage inquiries in the Employee Relations inbox, providing timely, thoughtful responses and escalation, if appropriate;
Coordinate departure logistics, partnering with other Corporate teams to deliver a smooth and professional offboarding experience;
Administer Human Capital systems, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and consistency
Update records in our HRIS platform (Workday),
Prepare and manage HRIS data required for internal and external audits and compliance,
Oversee service and recognition platform;
Maintain process documentation and 'how-to' guides, proactively identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and improve efficiency
Process invoices across the Talent team, ensuring accurate tracking and timely payment;
Support Annual Review performance management activities
Schedule and attend performance review meetings and take notes,
Update HRIS systems and track review outcomes and follow-ups;
Provide logistical support for local human capital activities (training sessions, recruiting activities, and other Talent-led events);
Support special projects across the Talent team (employee engagement survey, process/system automation initiatives, etc.).
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