Explore HR Specialist Jobs

Discover HR Specialist opportunities with organizations seeking experienced professionals to support their people, programs, and workplace operations. Ladders features vetted jobs that pay $100,000 or more, including roles focused on recruiting, employee relations, compensation and benefits, HR systems, and compliance.

What Does an HR Specialist Do?

HR Specialists manage or support focused areas of human resources throughout the employee lifecycle. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include coordinating hiring, advising on workplace policies, administering benefits, maintaining HR records, supporting performance programs, and helping organizations follow employment laws and internal procedures.

Common HR Specialist Roles

Job titles vary by company and specialization. Search for opportunities such as Talent Acquisition Specialist, Employee Relations Specialist, Benefits Specialist, Compensation Specialist, HR Operations Specialist, HRIS Specialist, and Learning and Development Specialist.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for strong communication, organization, discretion, analytical thinking, and knowledge of HR practices. Experience with HR information systems, recruiting platforms, benefits administration, employment compliance, or workforce reporting can be valuable. Requirements differ by employer and level of responsibility.

Find Your Next HR Specialist Job

Browse HR Specialist jobs on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Use listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and work arrangements, then apply for roles that align with your experience and career goals.

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$195K - $325K *

Drive a culture of cyber risk accountability by leading Technology Risk & Compliance initiatives across Global Supply Chain and Operational Technology, ensuring alignment with business needs and regul...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $154K *

Join our team to oversee supplier activities, ensuring compliance with nuclear quality standards through effective monitoring, inspection, and evaluation. Contribute to project success by identifying...

Houston, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Champion full-cycle recruiting efforts, enhancing diversity and inclusion strategies while ensuring a positive experience for candidates and hiring leaders across various corporate functions...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$83K - $113K *

Analyze third-party security documentation to assess risks and ensure compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain security standards and streamline vendor reviews, ensuring custome...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$119K - $136K *

Unlock your potential by leading workforce transformation solutions that align business priorities with technology ecosystems. Engage with executives to design impactful strategies and drive measurabl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $158K *

Unlock potential by transforming user insights into intuitive product experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance digital solutions for temperature-sensitive supply chains, ensuring user nee...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Champion scalable deal operations by leading the Global Deal Desk, optimizing complex agreements across sales, finance, and legal. Drive AI integration to enhance workflows and ensure compliance while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $210K *

Unlock potential by becoming a key technical consultant, driving customer success through hands-on implementation and support of a leading workforce management platform, ensuring seamless deployment a...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$250K - $280K *

Engage with executive leadership to define financial strategy and enhance operational performance. Build and lead a modern finance function, shaping the future of a growing agricultural business throu...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$168K - $200K *

Engage with enterprise customers to address complex security and risk challenges. Serve as a trusted advisor, leading solution design and product demonstrations while collaborating with cross-function...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $234K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of AI-driven customer success platforms, enhancing post-sale experiences through innovative technology and automation, while collaborating closely with engi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$76K - $95K *

Advance your career by overseeing clinical study start-up processes, ensuring compliance with regulations while efficiently managing submissions and leveraging partnerships to optimize timelines and o...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in scaling strategic partnerships with cloud hyperscalers and SIs. Drive co-sell programs, marketplace initiatives, and joint GTM strategies to embed AI solutions in enterprise contact...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage clinical research sites, ensuring compliance and quality throughout all study phases. Build strong relationships, oversee monitoring activities, and contribute to tea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $105K *

Drive customer success by managing accounts, achieving sales targets, and implementing RQI Portfolio solutions to enhance hospital systems, ensuring engagement and retention through meaningful relatio...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $188K *

Empower healthcare systems by leading advisory projects, managing teams, and delivering data-driven solutions. Collaborate with clients to enhance performance and build strong relationships while ensu...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative solutions by developing and deploying secure Data Access Mechanisms and Business Intelligence dashboards using Microsoft PowerApps. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes a...

Washington, DCRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $135K *

Champion operational excellence by leading process redesign and analytics initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the teammate experience and drive strategic insights, while me...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving project success by leading technical initiatives, resolving complex challenges, and aligning outcomes with client objectives. Your expertise will enhance profitability and o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $157K *

Drive strategic account management by cultivating relationships, executing renewal strategies, and identifying growth opportunities within a diverse portfolio of enterprise clients. Collaborate cross...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$175K - $190K *

Innovate with us as a strategic consultant, guiding ERP and Payroll transformations. Leverage your Workday expertise to shape client strategies, enhance operational readiness, and drive impactful chan...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $220K *

Oversee a specialized team to ensure AI safety in biological research, addressing dual-use risks and providing expert guidance on complex cases while mentoring junior specialists and advising clients...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $195K *

Transform enterprise sales by engaging CIOs and CTOs, leading complex sales cycles, and connecting technology strategies to measurable business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a critical portfolio area, leading cross-functional teams to transform user insights into impactful software solutions while mentoring others and shaping platf...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $175K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Employment Litigation team, representing diverse clients in various employment disputes. Collaborate with seasoned litigators and engage directly with clients...

Stamford, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an HR Specialist do?question toggle

    An HR Specialist focuses on one or more human resources functions, such as recruiting, employee relations, benefits, compensation, HR systems, compliance, or learning and development.

  • What job titles are similar to HR Specialist?question toggle

    Related titles include Talent Acquisition Specialist, Benefits Specialist, Compensation Specialist, Employee Relations Specialist, HR Operations Specialist, and HRIS Specialist.

  • What qualifications are commonly needed for HR Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but commonly include relevant HR experience, communication and organizational skills, discretion, and familiarity with applicable HR processes or systems. Some roles may prefer a degree or professional certification.

  • Can I find HR Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders focuses on vetted professional job opportunities that pay $100,000 or more, including qualifying HR Specialist roles.

  • How can I find the right HR Specialist opportunity?question toggle

    Compare each listing’s responsibilities, required experience, specialization, location, and work arrangement. Focus on roles that match your HR expertise and career objectives.