Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you'll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You'll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About The Role
The Human Resources Associate provides foundational HR and operational support to the Acuity business as part of the Acuity Human Resources team. This role focuses on delivering accurate, timely, and high-quality administrative and coordination support across the employee lifecycle while developing core HR knowledge and skills.
The Associate works closely with the Acuity HR team, Acuity Management, Acuity employees, Corporate HR specialty groups and Acuity vendors to ensure HR processes run smoothly and provide a positive employee experience. This role is designed for an early-career HR professional looking to grow into a Human Resources Generalist role.
What You'll Do
HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Coordination
- Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities to ensure a smooth employee experience
- Prepare and track new hire documentation and required pre-employment activities
- Maintain employee records and HR trackers, ensuring accuracy and data integrity
- Support employment changes including location changes, job changes, and terminations
Background Check & Pre-Employment Screening Support
- Initiate background check requests and monitor completion status
- Track screening progress and follow up with candidates as needed
- Maintain accurate screening records and documentation
- Escalate discrepancies, delays, or concerns to HR team members for review and adjudication
- Support reporting and audit preparation related to pre-employment screening
HR Systems, Documentation & Reporting
- Enter and maintain employee data in HR systems and internal trackers
- Generate routine HR reports and perform data audits for accuracy
- Maintain HR templates, process documentation, and shared team resources
- Support updates to HR intranet pages and internal HR materials
Employee Support & HR Service Delivery
- Serve as a first point of contact for routine HR questions and direct inquiries appropriately
- Provide timely, professional, and customer-focused support to employees and managers
- Assist with scheduling HR meetings, training sessions, and employee communications
Compliance & Process Support
- Track completion of required compliance training and follow up as needed
- Assist with HR audits and documentation collection
- Support coordination of documentation related to leaves, accommodations, and compliance requirements
Team & Project Support
- Provide administrative and coordination support for HR projects and initiatives
- Assist during periods of increased business demand and workforce activity
- Help document and improve HR processes and workflows
How You'll Grow
We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
Basic Qualifications
What You Will Need To Succeed
- 1 years of experience in HR, operations, administrative, or coordination roles
- Experience working with confidential materials
- Demonstrated organizational skills and experience managing multiple ongoing projects
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a remote team environment while demonstrating strong initiative, ownership, and self-direction
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Previous remote work experience
- Experience with ADP, QuickBase, or other HRIS systems
- Experience working in a staffing, consulting, legal services, or high-volume hiring environment
Total Wellbeing
Benefits
Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families-physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:
- Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
- Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Potential for flexible work arrangements
- Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
- Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
- Employee wellness platform
- Employee recognition programs
- Paid time off for volunteering in your community
- Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
- Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
- Professional development and certification programs
- Free in-office snacks and drinks
- Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
- FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
- Upscale offices close to public transportation
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 7,900 employees located in 32 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award-winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.7 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting's services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn .
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual's location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.United States-District of Columbia-Washington
