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HR Consultant

The HR Consultant can either be a generalist responsible for a broad range of duties, or a specialist focusing on one area of HR. They hire, train, and support an organization’s most important asset, namely its people, to further the organization's culture and mission.
HR Role family: Solution architect
Salary range: $68,000 - 83,000Gross salary range estimation based on US salary benchmark data collected in 2022
Work experience: Entry-levelAverage minimum year of (relevant) work experience required for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Provides expert guidance and advice to business on HR matters
Aligns and delivers on HR services based on business and employee requirements
Ensures compliance with employment laws and regulations across all HR activities

Skills & Competencies

Analytics Translation
Builds Trust
Business Advisory/Partnering/Generalist
Commercial Fluency
Develops and Coaches
Driven Results
HR Operations and Administration
Interprets context
Manages Conflict

Career paths

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HR Consultant
HR Business Partner
Senior HR Business Partner
Global HR Business Partner
Head of HR
HR Consultant
HR Operations Manager
Head of HR
HR Consultant
Training Facilitators
OD Specialist
Talent Manager
Head of Employee Experience
HR Consultant
Recruitment Consultant
HR Operations Manager
Head of Talent Acquisition
Head of HR
HR Consultant
Learning and Development Consultant
Internal Comms Consultant
HR Project Manager
HR Scrum Manager
HR Consultant
Recruitment Consultant
HR Operations Manager
Talent Researcher
Talent Manager

Training programs

Certificate Program

HR Generalist

Beginner | 32 hours

Gain the skills you need to hire, engage, and develop your company’s most valuable asset — its people.

Certificate Program

HR Business Partner 2.0

Intermediate | 46 hours

Take your rightful seat at the table with strategic business partner skills.

More details & resources

Job Description Template: Benefits Administrator

Job Title: HR Consultant

Location: [Insert location]

Reports to: [Insert name and title of supervisor]

The HR Consultant provides expert guidance and support to the organization in all areas of human resources management. The primary goal of this role is to help optimize the HR function, improve organizational effectiveness, and enhance the employee experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct HR audits to identify areas of improvement and provide recommendations for best practices
  • Develop HR policies and procedures that align with the organization's goals and objectives
  • Assist with recruitment and selection processes, including developing job descriptions, screening resumes, and conducting interviews
  • Design and implement compensation and benefits programs that are competitive and equitable
  • Provide guidance and support for employee relations issues, including performance management, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
  • Develop and deliver training programs for managers and employees on HR topics
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, including developing affirmative action plans, EEO compliance, and workplace safety programs
  • Partner with other departments to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals
  • Analyze HR data to identify trends and provide recommendations for improvement
  • Participate in special HR projects as assigned

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Completion of HR audits and recommendations for improvement
  • Development and implementation of HR policies and procedures that align with organizational goals and objectives
  • Success in attracting and retaining top talent
  • Development and implementation of competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs
  • Resolution of employee relations issues in a timely and effective manner
  • Successful delivery of training programs and positive feedback from participants
  • Compliance with employment laws and regulations
  • Successful collaboration with other departments to develop and implement HR strategies
  • Analysis of HR data to identify trends and provide recommendations for improvement
  • Successful completion of special HR projects

Key Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in human resources management
  • Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Detailed Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Conducting HR audits to identify areas of improvement and provide recommendations for best practices
  • Developing HR policies and procedures that align with the organization's goals and objectives
  • Assisting with recruitment and selection processes, including developing job descriptions, screening resumes, and conducting interviews
  • Designing and implementing compensation and benefits programs that are competitive and equitable
  • Providing guidance and support for employee relations issues, including performance management, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
  • Developing and delivering training programs for managers and employees on HR topics
  • Ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations, including developing affirmative action plans, EEO compliance, and workplace safety programs.

Detailed Skills Description

  • HR expertise: An internal HR consultant must have a deep understanding of various HR functions and processes, including talent management, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and recruitment.
  • Business acumen: It is important for an internal HR consultant to understand the business objectives and strategies of the organization in order to align HR practices with these goals.
  • Analytical skills: An internal HR consultant should be able to analyze data and make recommendations based on that data to support decision-making.
  • Communication skills: Strong communication skills are essential for an internal HR consultant to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Project management skills: An internal HR consultant should be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver them on time and within budget.
  • Change management skills: An internal HR consultant must be able to facilitate change within the organization and effectively manage resistance to change.
  • Relationship-building skills: An internal HR consultant should be able to build strong relationships with stakeholders and be able to influence them to support HR initiatives.
  • Emotional intelligence: An internal HR consultant must be able to understand and manage their own emotions as well as those of others in order to build trust and rapport with stakeholders.
  • Continuous learning: An internal HR consultant must be willing to continuously learn and stay up-to-date on the latest HR trends and practices to provide valuable insights and recommendations.

KPIs for this role

  • Completion of HR audits and recommendations for improvement
  • Development and implementation of HR policies and procedures that align with organizational goals and objectives
  • Success in attracting and retaining top talent
  • Development and implementation of competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs
  • Resolution of employee relations issues in a timely and effective manner
  • Successful delivery of training programs and positive feedback from participants
  • Compliance with employment laws and regulations
  • Successful collaboration with other departments to develop and implement HR strategies
  • Analysis of HR data to identify trends and provide recommendations for improvement
  • Successful completion of special HR projects