Benefits:- Other Benefits
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
About the Role:Have you worked in an administrative role or a business management position and found yourself interested in working in the HR field? Northern Lights Painting Co is looking for a bilingual HR Coordinator / Translator (Portuguese-English) to join our team in Stoneham, MA. This is a unique and vital role that bridges our workforce by supporting HR operations while ensuring clear, effective communication across our diverse team.
We are open to hiring administrative professionals with a desire to learn the HR field! If you're passionate about people, fluent in both Portuguese and English, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:- Serve as the primary Portuguese-English translator for employee communications, documents, and meetings
- Support day-to-day HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, and employee recordkeeping
- Assist with recruiting efforts including posting jobs, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews
- Act as a liaison between management and Portuguese-speaking employees to ensure clear communication
- Translate HR policies, safety guidelines, and training materials from English to Portuguese
- Help maintain compliance with employment laws and company HR policies
- Support payroll processing and timekeeping administration as needed
- Additional Human Resources tasks as needed
Requirements:- Fluent in both Portuguese and English (written and verbal) — required
- Fluency in Spanish is also helpful as a third language, but not required
- 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources OR business administration or management, or a related field
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a people-first mindset
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and/or HR software platforms
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information
- Experience in the construction or trades industry is a plus, not required
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment regulations is a plus, not required
About Us:Northern Lights Painting Company is a trusted painting contractor serving the greater Boston area and New England, known for delivering high-quality residential painting services with professionalism and care. Our customers love us for our attention to detail and reliability, and our employees value the supportive, team-oriented culture we've built. We're proud of our diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We have a small office team and we'd love to have the right person join us.