Administrative Assistant; Human Resources

Administrative Assistant; Human Resources in Albuquerque, NM

Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives 

Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with over 30 years of experience partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to provide life-saving treatments to patients. At Curia, we are on a mission to advance our customers’ therapies from curiosity to cure and ultimately to improve patients’ lives.

We proudly offer

• Generous benefit options (eligible first day of employment) 
• Paid training, vacation and holidays (vacation accrual begins on first day of employment)
• Career advancement opportunities 
• Education reimbursement
• 401K program with matching contributions
• Learning platform
• And more! . 

The Human Resources Administrative Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the HR and Training departments by managing day-to-day administrative tasks.  Responsibilities include, serving as the first point of contact for walk-in visitors and phone inquiries, maintaining employee records, responding to employment verifications, assisting with recruitment and new hire orientation processes, and coordinating HR events and meetings. Additionally, this position requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality to ensure a smooth HR operation. 

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation and communication of programs and procedures for all company employees
• Maintain computer systems, spreadsheets, and charts by updating and entering data
• Performs file audits to ensure that all required employee documentation is collected and maintained
• Serve as the first point of contact for the HR department, managing walk-in visitors and handling incoming phone calls 
• Ensure that background and reference checks are completed
• Work with employees at all levels across the site as well as external vendors
• Coordinate meetings to include room set up and verification of working IT equipment
• Purchase office supplies and employee recognition items, as well as manages office expense statements
• Maintain both electronic and hard copy employee files, medical files and any other HR related filing
• Assist HR and training staff in everyday HR activities
• Create and generates reports 
• Assist in the new hire orientation and exit interview process
• Assist in organizational training and development efforts 
• Maintain Human Resource Information System records and compiles reports from database as needed
• Attend and participates in meetings and seminars
• Read/interpret SOPs to ensure compliance
• Maintain up to date trainings
• Other duties as assigned
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a Human Resources department or related office environment
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Human Resources or related degree, preferred 

Education and/or Experience:                                                       

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 

Supervisory Responsibilities:                                                            
This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Language Skills:                                                        
Ability to read and interpret documents such as, but not limited to, safety instructions, standard operating procedures, policies, and manuals.  Ability to write clearly and communicate effectively.

Mathematical Skills:                                                               
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and percentages.  Ability to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:                                                  
Ability to demonstrate understanding and effective application of written and oral instruction. 

Computer Skills:                                                    
Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.  Ability to quickly adapt and learn new manufacturing software systems.

Other Skills and Abilities:                                                                 

• The individual must have excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Computer and Internet proficiency are important 
• Must be able to work well independently and as a part of a team
• Fosters a co