Overview Houston-based Group 1 Automotive, Inc., an international, Fortune 250 automotive retailer and a leading operator in the automotive retailing industry, is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator. This is a key Human Resources position based in Austin, TX area to directly support Group 1 employees. We Offer the Following Benefits with This Position * Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance * 401(k) with company match * Paid Time-off * Employee stock purchase plan * Employee vehicle purchase program Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Process pre-employment background checks and drug tests for applicants in a timely manner and keep hiring managers up-to-date on the status. * Conduct employee orientation and onboarding for new hires. * Enter new hires into HRIS system (Workday) and maintain electronic personnel files in DocuWare. * Knowledge & experience of CA employment law, State Paid Family Leave, CA EDD etc. * Answer general employee inquiries, including login issues, personal information changes, and assisting with pay questions. * Serve as liaison between employees and corporate Risk department regarding workers compensation accidents. * Leave of Absence (LOA) administration: confirm last day worked with manager, place employees on and off leave per acknowledgement and determinations from New York Life Group 1 Auto's 3rd party admin for all LOAs * Ensure compliance with labor law and other required company postings at locations. * Maintain confidentiality of company and employee information at all times. * Collaborate with Corporate HR staff on matters related to benefits, employee communications, internal and external compliance. * Employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications * 2-3 years Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) experience * Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with dealerships * Experience in responding to complex inquiries or complaints from customers, employees, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. * Ability to write effectively and work proficiently within MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). * Possess a high degree of emotional intelligence and the ability to create meaningful relationships and successfully navigate diverse stakeholder groups. * Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance. Group 1 is a Fortune 250 company that owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of Integrity, Transparency, Professionalism, Teamwork and Respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. Apply today or refer a qualified friend! * All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include; background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment* We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer