Human Resources Specialist

What Do You Seek? Are you looking to grow your HR career in a role where you can take ownership, anticipate needs, and make a meaningful impact on both employees and the organization? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment that values strong communication, follow-through, adaptability, and solution-focused thinking? If you are a proactive self-starter who enjoys supporting employees at all levels, managing multiple priorities, and seeing matters through from start to finish, we want to hear from you! About Burnham Law At Burnham Law, we work hard, support each other, and win together. Burnham Law is an elite Colorado- and Arizona-based law firm with a team of top-rated, experienced legal professionals. The firm represents clients across a variety of practice areas, including Domestic Relations, Civil Litigation, and Criminal Defense. We are a work-hard, play-hard firm that takes pride in delivering excellent results while fostering a positive, energetic, and collaborative workplace. Our team values excellence, accountability, professionalism, and teamwork. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating wins, and creating an environment where all teammates can grow, succeed, and enjoy working with one another. Location 12737 E. Euclid Dr. Centennial, CO 80111 What You'll Do As an HR Specialist, you'll work closely and collaboratively with the HR Manager across all areas of Human Resources. Together, you'll support employees, manage day-to-day HR needs, and continue building and improving HR processes, programs, and initiatives. You'll take ownership of assigned responsibilities while maintaining close communication with the HR Manager on priorities, progress, issues, and matters requiring review or escalation. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being highly involved in a broad range of HR functions, working as part of a close-knit HR partnership, contributing ideas, shifting priorities when needed, and seeing work through from start to finish as the HR function continues to grow and evolve. Core Responsibilities The responsibilities above are not exhaustive and may evolve as the role and organization's needs change. HR Operations and Administration: Support day-to-day HR operations, provide administrative support to the HR Manager, maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel records, and assist with HR audits and Standard Operating Procedures. Recruitment, Onboarding & Offboarding: Support recruiting activities, candidate screening, interview coordination, offer preparation, onboarding, new-hire setup, and offboarding processes. Employee Support: Serve as a first point of contact for routine employee and applicant questions, escalating more complex matters to the HR Manager as appropriate. Payroll, Benefits & HRIS: Assist with routine payroll and benefits matters, employee updates, timekeeping corrections, HRIS maintenance, and vendor coordination. Performance Management & Reporting: Schedule and track performance reviews, prepare and submit recurring HR reports and metrics, and follow up on outstanding items. Communications, Training & Events: Prepare and distribute approved HR communications, maintain required postings, coordinate training logistics, assist with HR events and special projects, and partner with the HR Manager on employee engagement initiatives and creative HR programs. Employee Relations Support: Assist the HR Manager with employee relations matters, investigations, documentation, and follow-up as needed. Qualifications 1-3 years of broad Human Resources experience Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent HR experience will also be considered Highly motivated self-starter with a proactive, solution-focused approach Ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and follow through on responsibilities from start to finish Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfortable interacting professionally with employees at all levels of the organization Highly organized and strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with tact, diplomacy, professionalism, and sound judgment Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and support practical solutions Working knowledge of HR practices and applicable employment laws Comfortable working in an evolving environment where priorities, processes, and responsibilities may continue to develop Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of an HRIS (iSolved) Experience in a law firm, legal environment, or professional-services setting SHRM-CP or aPHR Benefits Burnham Law offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our team both professionally and personally. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including one fully employer-paid medical plan option, and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) when enrolled in an HSA-compatible medical plan Ancillary benefits, including life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance Paid and unpaid time off Paid holidays Firm-paid parental leave benefit, in accordance with firm policy and in addition to any applicable state or legally required leave benefits Firm-provided quarterly luncheons Monthly lunch-and-learn sessions to support professional growth and mental wellness Employee Assistance Program Opportunities for professional development and growth Firm-branded apparel and team gear - yes, the good kind of firm swag! Work-life balance Firm-provided snacks and beverages The typical workday is Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM. Burnham Law is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.