HR Associate Consultant

Apply Description Job Classification: Part-time, non-exempt (approximately 20 hours per week) Reports To: Senior HR Director Work Location: Remote Make a Difference with Missionwell At Missionwell, HR is more than a support function; it is a critical part of helping mission-driven organizations thrive. In this role, your work will directly strengthen nonprofits that serve communities every day by improving employee experience, building sound people practices, and helping leaders navigate growth, change, and compliance with confidence. Missionwell partners exclusively with nonprofits, including public charities, private schools, religious schools, and churches or faith-based organizations. Our team delivers HR, accounting, finance, and administrative support that allows clients to stay focused on their missions while we help create strong, compliant, and people-centered operations behind the scenes. If you are energized by meaningful HR work and want the variety, visibility, and impact that comes with consulting, this is an opportunity to do work that matters. You will help shape workplaces, support employees and leaders, and build HR practices that make organizations healthier, stronger, and better equipped to fulfill their missions. About the Position The HR Associate Consultant provides day-to-day HR support and project execution for multiple Missionwell clients. This role serves as a key point of contact for assigned clients, delivering high-quality, compliant HR guidance while managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment. This position combines hands-on HR execution with client relationship management, including support for employee relations, recruiting, payroll coordination, compliance, and core HR processes. Complex or high-risk matters are escalated to a Senior HR Consultant or Senior HR Director as appropriate. Success in this role requires strong judgment, organization, and communication skills, along with the ability to build trusted relationships with client leaders while delivering timely, accurate work. Primary Responsibilities Client Support & Account Ownership Serve as a primary HR contact for assigned clients, providing responsive, professional support Build strong client relationships and maintain regular communication with leaders, including executive teams Manage multiple client accounts and competing deadlines with strong organization and follow-through Recognize when to escalate complex, sensitive, or high-risk HR matters HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Support recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding activities Provide benefits administration and enrollment support Support leave administration and compliance tracking Maintain accurate HR records, job descriptions, and employee classifications Employee Relations & Compliance Provide practical guidance on employee relations matters using company policy and applicable employment laws Support investigations, performance management, and corrective action documentation, with escalation as needed Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies Project Execution & Process Improvement Execute assigned HR projects, such as handbook updates, audits, process improvements, and recruiting initiatives Manage project timelines and deliverables with strong attention to detail and quality Maintain project tracking, status updates, and accurate timekeeping in project management tools Communication & Collaboration Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, employees, and internal team members Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and organizational updates Maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of the role Requirements Qualifications 3-6 years of progressive HR experience Experience managing multiple clients, projects, or business units simultaneously; HR consulting or client-facing experience preferred Strong time management and ability to prioritize competing deadlines Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to earn trust and deliver results Polished communication skills and comfort interacting with executive leaders Demonstrated integrity and sound judgment aligned with Missionwell’s values and client needs High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and escalate when appropriate Working knowledge of employee relations best practices, HR compliance, HRIS/payroll systems (Paylocity or similar preferred), and recruiting and onboarding processes Experience supporting faith-based or nonprofit organizations is strongly preferred SHRM-CP, PHR, or a similar HR certification is preferred Key Success Factors Balances strong execution with relationship management and can build trust while delivering results Stays highly organized and manages multiple clients and deadlines without sacrificing quality Is client-ready, professional, confident, and responsive in every interaction Exercises sound judgment and knows when to act independently versus when to escalate Produces polished, thoughtful, and compliant HR work All Missionwell Staff are required to: Maintain accurate project action items with status updates in Missionwell’s project management tools; maintain accurate timekeeping Keep informed of organizational announcements, activities, and changes via a regular reading of Missionwell’s communication tools and attendance at staff meetings Maintain a professional development plan for yourself and present this to your supervisor for regular, quarterly review and support Maintain a strict level of confidentiality in all aspects of the job Attend and participate in staff and team meetings as requested Fulfill other duties and responsibilities as requested or as assigned Physical Requirements This role includes the following essential physical requirements: Ability to read, write, communicate, and perform routine calculations Extended periods of sitting, standing, and typing Repetitive hand, arm, and finger movement Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs Schedule This part-time role is expected to average approximately 20 hours per week. Candidates should be available to work a consistent schedule, preferably 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Slight adjustments may be considered based on the selected candidate’s time zone while still aligning with business needs. Working Location and Technology Requirements This is a remote position; occasional travel may be required A dedicated, distraction-free workspace with privacy for confidential conversations and work Reliable internet access and the ability to work effectively in a remote environment This fully remote role includes an internet allowance. Candidates must reside in one of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MT, NC, NJ, NV, TN, or VA Salary Description $25 - $35 per hour