HR Associate Contractor

Keystone is a premier economics, technology, and strategy consulting firm built to help companies lead through transformation. As breakthrough innovations reshape industries, redefine competition and change our society, complex and highly competitive ecosystems emerge. Keystone advises technology leaders, Fortune 100 companies, their legal counsel, and governments on business, economic, litigation, and regulatory strategy in relation to these innovations and competitive eco-systems. We operate globally from offices in New York City, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, London, Dubai, and Washington, D.C. We are growing quickly and looking for an exceptional HR Associate Contractor to join our People team. About the HR Associate Contractor Role This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented HR professional to support Keystone’s people operations, HR administration, compliance, benefits administration, and onboarding processes. This individual will help ensure accurate HR data, strong employee support, and smooth coordination across HR programs as Keystone continues to grow globally. Key Responsibilities Support HR administrative functions, including employee recordkeeping, HRIS management, and HR data accuracy, while maintaining confidentiality and efficiency. Assist with HR compliance efforts, including tracking federal, state, and local employment requirements and supporting policy and process updates. Support benefits administration, including enrolments and changes, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and retirement plan coordination. Partner with Learning and Development and Recruiting to support and enhance the employee onboarding experience. Perform other duties as assigned. What You’ll Bring Minimum 3 years of HR experience required. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or relevant field preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proven HR experience with deep understanding of HR best practices and employment laws. Experience in diverse domestic and international environments preferred. Strong judgment, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential employee information. Ability to build trusted relationships with employees, managers, and cross-functional partners. Proactive, detail-oriented problem solver with a service-oriented mindset. Comfortable working with HR data, systems, and processes in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in HRIS, MS Office, and related software. Demonstrated integrity in handling confidential information. Hourly Pay Rate $20 — $40 USD At Keystone we believe diversity matters. At every level of our firm, we seek to advance and promote diversity, foster an inclusive culture, and ensure our colleagues have a deep sense of respect and belonging. If you are interested in growing your career with colleagues from varied backgrounds and cultures, consider Keystone.