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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$95K - $110K *

Empower growth by scaling foundational HR processes and programs. Collaborate with leaders to enhance recruitment, onboarding, and employee development, ensuring compliance and fostering a thriving wo...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving HR strategies that align with business goals. Collaborate with leaders to enhance workplace dynamics, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance while fostering a pos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the employee experience by providing strategic HR leadership across multiple business units. Collaborate with leaders to enhance workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and em...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$65K - $95K *

Manage HR operations across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with policies and laws. Provide support in employee relations, onboarding, and performance management while fostering a positive workpla...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $195K *

Champion the management of contingent workforce compliance, partnering with leaders to ensure effective engagement, classification, and operational needs are met while driving process improvements and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to manage the lifecycle of contingent workers, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders to optimize workforce engagement while maintaining...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing the lifecycle of contingent workers, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders to optimize workforce engagement while m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Manage the lifecycle of contingent workers, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders to assess workforce needs, oversee classification, onboarding, and offboar...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Take ownership of the contingent workforce lifecycle, partnering with leaders to ensure compliant engagement, classification, and management of contractors while driving process improvements and maint...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Elevate compliance standards by managing the lifecycle of contingent workers. Collaborate with business leaders to ensure effective engagement, classification, and adherence to legal requirements whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Elevate your career by managing the lifecycle of contingent workers, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with leaders to optimize workforce strategies while maintaining accurat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Shape the future of contingent workforce management by leading compliance initiatives, partnering with business leaders, and ensuring adherence to legal standards throughout the contractor lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Unlock potential by managing the lifecycle of contingent workers, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders to evaluate workforce needs and drive process improv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to manage the lifecycle of contingent workers, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with leaders to optimize workforce strategies while maintaining accurate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Partner with us to manage the lifecycle of contingent workers, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders to optimize workforce engagement while maintaining accu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Shape the future of contingent workforce management by leading compliance initiatives, partnering with business leaders, and ensuring adherence to legal standards throughout the contractor lifecycle f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Take ownership of the contingent workforce lifecycle, partnering with leaders to ensure compliant engagement, classification, and management of contractors while driving process improvements and maint...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Take ownership of the contingent workforce lifecycle, ensuring compliance and effective management. Collaborate with business leaders to assess needs, guide engagement models, and drive process improv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Transform the contingent workforce management lifecycle by partnering with leaders to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. Drive process improvements and maintain accurate records while servi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Innovate the management of contingent workers by leading compliance efforts, collaborating with stakeholders, and enhancing operational processes to ensure effective engagement and adherence to legal...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Take ownership of the contingent workforce lifecycle, partnering with leaders to ensure compliant engagement and management of contractors. Drive process improvements and maintain accurate records whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Transform contingent workforce management by leading compliance initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to ensure effective engagement, classification, and operational excellence throughout the cont...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Unlock potential by managing the lifecycle of contingent workers, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders to optimize workforce engagement while maintaining a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Champion compliance by managing the lifecycle of contingent workers, partnering with leaders to ensure effective engagement, classification, and adherence to legal requirements while driving process i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $195K *

Grow your expertise in HR compliance by managing the lifecycle of contingent workers. Collaborate with business leaders to ensure compliant engagement, oversee classification, and drive process improv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.