HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
(HYBRID – SAN FRANCISCO)

If you are looking to grow your career in Human Resources with the opportunity to work alongside an engaging and collaborative team, and would like to showcase your attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills, then we would like to meet you!

The Human Resources Assistant performs a variety of administrative, technical, and coordination activities in support of the Human Resources team. Primary responsibilities will include assisting with the corporate and administrative recruitment process; coordinating new employee onboarding and orientation planning; entering/updating employee information in the HR system; maintaining employee files; and providing support to various projects and initiatives for the HR team.

At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 900-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.

You’ll Love It Here If You

• Embrace learning and continuous improvement
• Set and strive for a high bar of excellence
• Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!
• Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer
• Are passionate about what you do

How You’ll Help Our Team Succeed

• Supporting corporate and administrative recruitment efforts including job posting, scheduling, and reference checking.
• Working with team members to coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation process for corporate and administrative hires, including preparation of new hire materials and orientation schedules.
• Assisting with the new employee onboarding and I-9 verification processes.
• Entering, updating and maintaining employee information regarding new hires, office transfers, signing bonus payments, compensation changes, leaves of absence, FTE changes, and departures.
• Assisting in creation of documents related to employee life-cycle changes.
• Creating, maintaining and organizing electronic employee files and saves appropriate documents.
• Running miscellaneous reports in HRMS (Workday).
• Assisting with day to day employee questions.
• Assisting the HR team with other ad hoc projects.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• 1+ years of human resources or administrative experience required; professional services experience preferred
• The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions
• The mindset to provide superior service
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• The ability to handle confidential or sensitive information discretely and professionally
• Working knowledge of MS Office required
• Experience with a HR information system or applicant tracking system a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Who We Are

Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.

We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.

The firm’s uniquely collegial and supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting and enriching aspects of a career at Cornerstone Research.

Cornerstone Research is offering a competitive market base salary for this position between $49,200 and $62,200. A job offer will depend on how closely a candidate’s skills, experience and education match the requirements for the role.  In addition to base salary, we offer a total compensation package that includes annual performance bonus and generous benefits. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.