Human Resources Specialist

Langdon & Emison offers a supportive, family-friendly workplace with a flexible environment that includes remote work options. This onsite role in Lexington, MO provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family.

Job overview

The HR Specialist handles payroll processing, onboarding, benefits administration, and general HR support for a national law firm. The position is onsite in Lexington, Missouri, with flexible remote options as appropriate.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Handle bi-weekly payroll processing accurately and on schedule using Paycor
• Review employee timesheets and resolve discrepancies before payroll processing
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements
• Execute off-cycle payroll as needed for bonuses, reimbursements, and similar payments
• Administer pre-employment and onboarding documentation
• Create new employee records in the HRIS and related systems
• Distribute firm policies, the employee handbook, and benefits enrollment materials promptly
• Oversee the Law Clerk recruiting program, including career fairs, interviews, onboarding, and offboarding
• Coordinate the annual open enrollment process, including staff communications, system updates, and carrier submissions
• Maintain accurate and current benefits elections for all employees throughout the year
• Process life event changes that affect benefits in a timely manner
• Serve as a liaison between employees and benefits carriers to resolve coverage or billing inquiries
• Reconcile monthly benefits invoices and report discrepancies to finance
• Support benefits compliance filings such as ACA reporting and COBRA notices
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in the HRIS
• Assist with HR policy development and updates to the Employee Handbook
• Assist with HR reporting and metrics as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• HR experience with direct responsibility for payroll processing and benefits administration preferred
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Technologies

• Paycor
• Microsoft Excel

Pay

USD 55,000 - 75,000 per year