Senior Human Resources Onboarding Specialist

Avantor is looking for a Senior Human Resource Onboarding Specialist for the HR Shared Services team. This role provides a wide variety of administrative and support services. Responsibilities include monitoring candidates after the offer stage of the interview process, administering and monitoring pre-employment screening requirements, providing updates to hiring managers and candidates, and processing new hires in Workday. Supports programs and projects as assigned. Makes contacts of a sensitive, complex, and confidential nature.

EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred (Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or related field preferred);
• Experience: Entry-level position. Experience with administrative tasks, and customer-facing positions, including internship experience preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a human resources coordination role, or related position
• 2+ years of experience in candidate/ employee onboarding and background screening processes preferred
• Tools: Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (particularly Workday) is preferred.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously; ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and have strong organizational skills.
• Previous background screen experience is strongly preferred.
• High proficiency in English language both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in other regional languages is desirable.
• Ready to work from the office and work in shifts that suit business requirements.

HOW YOU WILL THRIVE AND CREATE AN IMPACT:

• Ability to manage sensitive, complex, confidential information
• Compliance: Ensure that recruiting processes adhere to legal and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrates the capacity to manage changing priorities and ambiguity while remaining professional
• Proactive, inspirational, and team-focused.
• Collaborates with the broader internal network
• Natural desire to share knowledge and work with the wider Company network
• Communicates a "can do" attitude and positive outlook
• Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness
• A highly self-motivated and conscientious person
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team